Idiom idiom
branch out
Meaning
To expand one's interests or activities in a new direction.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Examples
“I want to branch out and learn a new hobby.”
“After years of selling only coffee, the shop decided to branch out and offer fresh pastries.”
“The company chose to branch out into international markets, hoping to diversify its revenue streams and reach a broader audience of global consumers.”
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Last updated August 10, 2026