What is the Spanish word for "indirect"?

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English

indirect

Spanish

indirecto

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Examples of how to use "indirect" in Spanish

English
I got an indirect answer to my question.
Spanish
Recibí una respuesta indirecta a mi pregunta.
English
She gave an indirect answer to the question.
Spanish
Ella dio una respuesta indirecta a la pregunta.
English
The route was indirect but more scenic.
Spanish
La ruta era indirecta pero más pintoresca.
English
His compliment felt indirect and a little awkward.
Spanish
Su cumplido se sintió indirecto y un poco incómodo.
English
We received an indirect invitation to the party.
Spanish
Recibimos una invitación indirecta a la fiesta.

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