branch out

verb

branched out; branching out; branches out
Synonyms of branch outnext
: to begin to do more different kinds of activities or work
In the beginning the business was highly specialized, but it has since branched out.
often + into
The company specializes in casual clothing but it is branching out into formal wear.

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However, the website indicates that Abarca would focus on funding fixes and upgrades to existing roads and bridges before branching out into creating new transit routes. Ilana Arougheti july 30, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026 Taylor Sheridan is branching out from his signature Western shows to take on his first movie in five years. Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026 Start with approachable neutrals, such as navy, taupe, or cream, and branch out from there. India Roby, Glamour, 28 July 2026 High-net-worth buyers are also branching out into other fast-growing cities like Nashville, Austin, and San Diego. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for branch out

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“Branch out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/branch%20out. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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