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indirectly

Pronunciación: [ɪnˈdaɪrəktli]

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Contexto: «communication»

(adverb) when you say something in a way that doesn’t directly express it. Like when you talk about something without saying it straight out, using hints or suggestions instead.

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She indirectly suggested that we should try a new restaurant this weekend.

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He didn't directly tell me the news; instead, he indirectly avoided the topic.

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Did she indirectly mention the party, or was that just my imagination?

Contexto: «effects or consequences»

(adverb) when something happens as a result of something else, but not in a straightforward way. It’s like when one thing causes another, but there are other steps in between.

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The new school policy indirectly improved student performance over time.

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The changes did not indirectly impact their decision; they were quite clear about it.

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Can a small act of kindness indirectly lead to big changes?

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