indirectly

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But, he also believes “the theory is being stretched thin here,” given that Musk donated the funds indirectly and two states’ attorneys general have signed off on the restructuring he is challenging.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

"It's also important to understand how these changes are affecting salmon indirectly through their predators, prey and pathogens."

From Science Daily • Apr. 25, 2026

“I would expect Powell, either directly or indirectly, to defend transparency and the value of facing the public and journalists and explaining themselves,” she added.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

Iran has been hit by a massive wave of redundancies, both directly and indirectly as a result of the conflict with the US and Israel.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

And it was all done so indirectly, so craftily, like a burglar who left no fingerprints.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis