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indirect

[in-duh-rekt, -dahy-] / ˌɪn dəˈrɛkt, -daɪ- /


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This kind of indirect observation is not new.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

Citing Citi Institute research, Moody’s noted that a quantum breach targeting payment infrastructure could render between $2 trillion to $3 trillion in indirect economic losses.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The indirect effect comes as those costs spread through transportation, manufacturing and goods prices.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

In response to the Justice probe, Binance said it “categorically did not directly transact with any sanctioned entities,” describing the money flows through it as indirect.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

A trick of the indirect light has made the graffiti letters float up through the coat of primer, a ghost-gray print I recognize immediately as Margo’s.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green




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