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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

indirections

/ɪndɪˈreɪʃənz/ noun · British & US
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What does indirections mean?

noun

The act of giving instructions or guidance in a roundabout or indirect way; a method of achieving a goal by avoiding direct action or confrontation.

Example

"The politician's use of indirections in her speech left many in the audience confused about her true intentions."

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