indirect evidence

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evidence that relies on an inference to connect it to a conclusion of fact, like a fingerprint at the scene of a crime

indirectADJECTIVE + NOUN

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evidence

Examples (10)

  • The prosecution presented only indirect evidence, which made the jury's decision difficult.
  • Fingerprints at the crime scene are considered indirect evidence of the suspect's presence.
  • While not definitive, the indirect evidence strongly suggested a motive.
  • Scientists often rely on indirect evidence when studying distant celestial bodies.
  • The detective sought more direct proof, as the current findings were merely indirect evidence.
  • Her inconsistent alibi provided compelling indirect evidence against her testimony.
  • Paleontologists piece together the past using indirect evidence like fossil records and geological formations.
  • The correlation between two variables can serve as indirect evidence of a causal link.
  • Without indirect evidence such as eyewitness accounts, the case would be much weaker.
  • The sudden drop in temperature was indirect evidence that a cold front had passed through.