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indirect

[in-duh-rekt, -dahy-] / ˌɪn dəˈrɛkt, -daɪ- /


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The indirect effect comes as those costs spread through transportation, manufacturing and goods prices.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

In response to the Justice probe, Binance said it “categorically did not directly transact with any sanctioned entities,” describing the money flows through it as indirect.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

There are also indirect effects as insurers drop customers in hurricane-prone areas or withdraw from states.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

To assess egg consumption, researchers considered both direct and indirect sources.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

It sends its messages through weirdly indirect channels, such as the sweat glands in the palms of our hands.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell




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