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direct 1. (of government, decisions, etc.) by or from the electorate rather than through representatives 2. Logic Maths (of a proof) progressing from the premises to the conclusion, rather than eliminating the possibility of the falsehood of the conclusion 3. Astronomy moving from west to east on the celestial sphere 4. a. of or relating to direct current b. (of a secondary induced current) having the same direction as the primary current 5. Music a. (of motion) in the same direction b. (of an interval or chord) in root position; not inverted How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| To ensure that your whole host may withstand the brunt of the enemy's attack and remain unshaken-- this is effected by maneuvers direct and indirect. Among the many objects to which a wise and free people find it necessary to direct their attention, that of providing for their SAFETY seems to be the first. It is evident from the state of the country, from the habits of the people, from the experience we have had on the point itself, that it is impracticable to raise any very considerable sums by direct taxation. |
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