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indirectement

indirectly

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Usage Note

Indirectement modifies a verb or adjective to indicate that an action happens through an intermediary or by implication rather than in a straight line. It pairs often with verbs of influence: être indirectement responsable (to be indirectly responsible). Its antonym is directement.

Examples

"Il est indirectement responsable de l'accident."

Natural Translation

He is indirectly responsible for the accident.

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