by proxy
Example Sentences
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My lucky grandchildren will feel their grandfather’s love by proxy and Eric’s love firsthand.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
What it has been doing all along by proxy, it now does directly.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 1, 2026
Another option for retail investors is investing in firms that work with SpaceX and can benefit by proxy from its success.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 18, 2026
Would letting members with a newborn vote by proxy for 12 weeks in fact be the end of the world?
From Slate ● Apr. 2, 2025
“No, thank you. I’ll do it by proxy, when your grandpa comes. Don’t tease, but go home and rest, for you’ll be up half the night. Bless you, Teddy, bless you!”
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
