INDIRECT Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

indirect

adjective

ˌin-də-ˈrekt

as in roundabout

not straightforward or direct the cab driver took a very indirect route to the hotel a long-winded, indirect answer to a very simple question

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Recent Examples of indirect Despite those designations, Turkey has provided indirect assistance to HTS. —

Gonul Tol, Foreign Affairs, 11 Dec. 2024 Decentralized Masters and its affiliates, including marketing and PR agencies, disclaim any liability for any direct, indirect, or consequential losses or damages of any kind arising from reliance upon any information contained within this article or linked resources. —

Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024 Assad even received indirect help from the United States. —

Greg Myre, NPR, 8 Dec. 2024 Initiatives like achieving net-zero emissions, constructing environmentally resilient airports, leveraging technology for positive change, and curbing direct and indirect pollution are key parts of this sustainability challenge. —

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