indirectly
/ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/
adverb
- In a way that is not straight or direct; through someone or something else.
- She heard the news indirectly through a friend.
- The new policy will indirectly affect small businesses.
- He apologized indirectly by sending a gift instead of speaking to her.
- In a way that is not obvious or straightforward; by hinting rather than stating directly.
- The article indirectly criticized the government's decision.
- His comment indirectly revealed his true feelings.
- She indirectly asked for help by mentioning how busy she was.
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