Branch off

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verb

To separate from a main pathway or direction and create a new one.

The hiking trail branches off from the main path to the right
Visual representation of "branch off" - To separate from a main pathway or direction and create a new one

Often appears as...

  • branch off to the right
  • branch off to the left
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Visual representation of "branch off"
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Physical Movement

Used when describing a change in direction while moving, like walking or driving.

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Keep an eye out for a signpost where the road branches off.
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Choice of Path

Implies a decision point where a person must choose one way over another.

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At the fork, you'll need to branch off to the left.
Visual representation of the word "Branch off"

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