English

indirectly

ˌɪndɪˈɹɛktli, ˌɪndaɪˈɹɛktli, ˌɪndɪˈrektli, ˌɪn.daɪˈrekt.li
Meaning: not in a direct way; through a middle point
Part of Speech: Adverb Alternative Readings: ˌɪndaɪˈɹɛktli, ˌɪndɪˈrektli, ˌɪn.daɪˈrekt.li

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Example

The tax increase will indirectly affect the cost of living.
The tax increase will indirectly affect the cost of living.

Usage Notes

Describes an action or result that happens through an intermediary or as a secondary consequence, rather than straight away.

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