as in to part
to go or move in different directions from a central point
the vine branched out as it climbed the trellis
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Just as the ceremony began, however, the clouds began to part.—
Alexandra Macon,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2025 -
Sun exposure: Full to part sun Soil type: Average, acidic to neutral Crabapples are stunning when in full bloom with their branches fully covered in flowers.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2025
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Just one vote separated Ichiro Suzuki from being a unanimous Hall of Famer.—
Jayson Stark,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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This stylish oasis is separated from the main spa and boasts an intimate relaxation lounge with Fendi furniture and a mother-of-pearl shower for two.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
23 Jan. 2025
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The policies put in place across European countries have also come at a time when the UK has diverged from the EU following the Brexit vote.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
28 Jan. 2025
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Trump rescinds Biden’s executive order on AI safety in attempt to diverge from his predecessor This work is larger than one government, company, or school can solve.—
Lisa Gevelber,
Hartford Courant,
28 Jan. 2025
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The galleries are categorized according to three themes — religion, kingship, and society — and divided into historical eras: Predynastic, the Old Kingdom, the Middle Kingdom, the Late Kingdom, Ptolemaic (Greek) Egypt, and the Roman period.—
Kate McMahon,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2025
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Astrology divides the zodiac into elemental groups: Earth: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn Fire: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius Air: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius Water: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces Each element reflects a distinct set of traits and tendencies.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Branch (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/branch%20%28out%29. Accessed 5 Feb. 2025.
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