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as in: directed her question to Define
aim or focus
- But He that hath the steerage of my course
Direct my sail! - The sprinkler head needs to be fixed so it directs water away from the house.
- Please direct your question to the appropriate department by selecting one from this list.
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as in: walked directly to work Define
proceeding without interruption in the straightest or quickest possible manner
as in: directly above; or buy direct from
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straight (exactly where stated; or without anything in between)
as in: was direct in my instructions
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straightforward (clear and explicit -- perhaps also indicating openness and honesty)
as in: directed her question to
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aim or focus
as in: directed the jury to...
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give instructions or commands (directions that must be followed)
as in: directed the movie
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supervise or administer (often while giving directions or orders)
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