All 13 Uses
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The Darkest Minds
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- Bunks were assigned based on alphabetical order, which put Sam directly above me—a small mercy, seeing as the rest of the girls were nothing like her.
p. 24.4directly = close, or in a straight line
- We weren't supposed to look them directly in the eyes, either.
p. 30.1directly = straight (exactly where stated; used for emphasis)
- I recognized him—his cabin was directly across from mine.
p. 49.8directly = close, or in a straight line
- There was also a short article on rioting that the reporter claimed was "the direct result of escalating tensions between the West and East government on new birth legislation."†
p. 123.9 *direct = clear, straightforward, or to the point
- I leaned my forehead against the cool glass, reaching over to point the AC vent directly at my face.
p. 178.6 *directly = straight (exactly where stated; used for emphasis)
- The minivan, which last night had been parked on the far end of the lot, was now stationed directly in front of the hotel room.
p. 200.9directly = close
- Instead, I took a step back and away, so I was no longer standing directly behind him, but off to the side.
p. 271.7directly = exactly where stated (used for emphasis)
- Judging by the two figures in black standing directly in front of our door, it didn't seem like we'd be able to leave, either.
p. 435.3directly = close
- But in both of those instances, they would have piped the noise directly into whatever building the kids were in.†
p. 39.9
- I felt a sweltering hate rise in me, but I didn't know where to direct it.†
p. 246.4
- I was so angry, and I hated everyone and everything, but there wasn't anyone to direct it at.†
p. 272.5
- The rosebushes were scratching intently at the windows, but I directed his focus to the sheet of paper waiting there for him, and compelled him to pick up the pen.†
p. 362.9 *
- 'Upon further investigation of the recording devices in the Mess Hall, he came to the conclusion that the outbreak of violence there that resulted in the use of the Calm Control at approximately 11:42 was directly provoked by undercover operatives from the terrorist group the Children's League.†
p. 366.4
Definitions:
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(1)
(direct as in: directly above; or buy direct) without anything in between -- whether in time, space, or involvement
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(2)
(direct as in: gave a direct answer) straightforward -- often clear, open, or blunt in speech or behavior
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(direct as in: direct a question; or direct a film) to guide, aim, or manage -- such as actions, attention, speech, a project or company
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(4)
(meaning too rare to warrant focus) Direct can take on many specialized meanings not included in this dictionary.As an adjective or adverb, direct usually means there is a clear or straight connection with nothing in the way. It can also mean easy to understand, without confusion. For example:
- Direct action – taking quick and clear steps to make something happen
- Direct descendant – someone who comes straight from an ancestor, like a grandchild
- Direct line (in genealogy) – a family connection that goes straight from one generation to the next
- Direct deposit – money that is sent straight into a bank account
- Direct object – in a sentence, the person or thing that receives the action of the verb
- Direct kick – in sports, a kick where the ball can go straight into the goal without touching another player
- Direct cost – a cost that comes straight from making a product or providing a service
- Direct investment – putting money directly into a company or project
- Direct elections – when people vote for leaders without going through an extra step
- Direct current (DC) – a type of electric flow that moves in only one direction
As a verb, most all of the senses of direct involve giving orders or aiming.