He indirectly acknowledged, however, that Asia's trade agenda has slowed dramatically, especially after the 1997 financial crisis and the collapse of global trade talks in Seattle late last year.

He indirectly acknowledged some abuses, saying "during political struggles some people can't control themselves," but distanced himself personally from any wrongdoing by asserting: "I'm a good person.

Indeed, Johnson indirectly acknowledges this when he argues that "some families cannot be repaired".

Mr. James indirectly acknowledged those mixed feelings as he spoke from the pulpit.

Articles indirectly acknowledges in a savings clause also that states may owe secondary obligations to non-state actors such as individuals or international organisations.

Inevitably Mr. Wheeldon's company will compete for attention, donations and dancers, something Mr. Wheeldon indirectly acknowledged.

Therefore, when a subordinate airman salutes an officer, he is indirectly acknowledging Her Majesty as Head of State.

In their 1949 musical South Pacific, Rodgers and Hammerstein indirectly acknowledged the street's fame.

Even Mr. Schmidt indirectly acknowledged that he has exuded little charisma during his tenure thus far.

After Claudia acknowledges indirectly that she does love her father, viewers may half-expect Mr. Stewart to respond with, "Then would it kill you to say it?"