via indireta
[ˈvi.ə ĩ.ˈdi.rɛ.tə]
nounfemininepl: vias indiretas
indirect route; roundabout way; indirect means
1. A path, method, or course of action that does not go directly to its destination or objective
He took an indirect route to avoid traffic
Ele tomou uma via indireta para evitar o trânsito
2. In figurative sense: an indirect or subtle method of achieving something, often implying deception or circumvention
She achieved her goals through indirect means
Ela alcançou seus objetivos por via indireta
3. In legal/administrative context: an alternative or secondary procedure or channel
The petition was rejected, so they pursued the matter via indirect means
A petição foi rejeitada, então eles perseguiram o assunto por via indireta
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