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having intervening factors or persons or influences
reflection from the ceiling provided a soft indirect light
indirect evidence
an indirect cause
2.
not direct in spatial dimension; not leading by a straight line or course to a destination
sometimes taking an indirect path saves time
you must take an indirect course in sailing
3.
descended from a common ancestor but through different lines
an indirect descendant of the Stuarts
4.
extended senses; not direct in manner or language or behavior or action
making indirect but legitimate inquiries
an indirect insult
doubtless they had some indirect purpose in mind
though his methods are indirect they are not dishonest
known as a shady indirect fellow
5.
not as a direct effect or consequence
indirect benefits
an indirect advantage
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