branch off

Example Sentences

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Cactus species whose flowers changed shape most rapidly were also far more likely to branch off into new species.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

She was with two friends at the time, who tried unsuccessfully to lift the branch off her.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

When road crews came across the lead pipes that branch off and serve individual homes, they only replaced a short piece near the water main with copper.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 8, 2023

She watches Griffiths direct a scene in which Briney and Kaufman branch off from the group for a heart-to-heart.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2023

While working his way through the thicket, Roy grabbed a dead branch off the ground.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen