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directly

[dih-rekt-lee, dahy-] / dɪˈrɛkt li, daɪ- /




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These figures provide estimates of the country's emissions associated with the spending of Scottish residents on goods and services, wherever in the world these emissions arise, together with emissions directly generated by Scottish households.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

When asked about the effort, Krantz, the WOW CEO, did not directly confirm involvement but also did not deny it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Much of this volatility is directly attributable to leveraged products that tend to distort and amplify sudden moves in the market.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Chief communications officers are gaining prominence in the C-suite, with nearly half reporting directly to chief executive officers in 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Feeling slightly guilty for the insult he was about to commit, Duane simply stepped over Major Puff and ran directly into the river.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el




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