indirect

Example Sentences

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The industry at Morbi provides direct and indirect employment to nearly a million people, according to government statistics.

From Barron's

However, those conclusions were based on instruments located far from the fault zone, meaning the observations were indirect.

From Science Daily

Pakistan said the U.S. and Iran were engaged in indirect talks through messages it was relaying, and that Tehran was considering Washington’s proposals.

From The Wall Street Journal

ABP expects the project to support thousands of direct and indirect jobs once construction begins, with the company estimating it could unlock more than £500m in associated investment.

From BBC

One of the most overlooked costs of long-term care is indirect: You’re more vulnerable to scams when health setbacks reduce your vigilance.

From MarketWatch