indirect evidence

American  

noun

1. circumstantial evidence.

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Etymology

Origin of indirect evidence

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

Scientists had previously gathered indirect evidence suggesting that sunlight can increase the spin rate of small asteroids until surface material is ejected.

From Science Daily

The research also demonstrates how scientists can draw meaningful conclusions from indirect evidence.

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This approach allows scientists to date the ice without relying on surrounding sediments or other indirect evidence.

From Science Daily

But indirect evidence suggests it could have already slowed by around 15% over the last couple of centuries, although not all scientists agree.

From BBC

While there's little direct evidence of such garments, there is indirect evidence in the form of bone needles and the bones of fur-bearers whose pelts were used in the garments.

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