indirectly

Example Sentences

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If one looks back on fairly recent American history, Richard Nixon dangled pardons in front of the various Watergate conspirators, directly and indirectly.

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026

Iran's approach has also imposed limitations, especially in its insistence that the negotiations mainly be conducted indirectly, through Oman, their trusted mediator.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Last week I learned that I too have been accused by Pangram, albeit indirectly, of publishing AI-generated content.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Through a trust, he also indirectly controls voting shares that represent nearly 46 million common shares upon conversion.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

I could see they were willing to help the band and indirectly me, because I was dying to go to Europe, so I was grateful to them.

From "The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother" by James McBride