as in radiating
to extend outwards from or as if from a central point
threads branched from the center of the spider web
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Recent Examples of branching
Just as evolutionary biologists can reconstruct the branching history of a species from its genome, Astromech's engine is intended to explore potential future scenarios for pathogen or tumor evolution under therapeutic pressure.
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Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
These long-blooming tropicals have a compact, upright habit, and dense branching for big impact in gardens and containers.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
Both companies began as cryptocurrency trading platforms before branching into the prediction space, which has been dominated by Kalshi and Polymarket.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
The Hubble Space Telescope has spotted a spiral galaxy swirling through the darkness of space, emanating an otherworldly glow through its cosmic, branching arms.
—Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Cutting close to the base of the plant promotes branching and fuller growth.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 14 Apr. 2026
From there, MacPherson worked with boxing coach Graham Shaw before branching into Brazilian jiu-jitsu and Muay Thai, training each discipline in isolation before combining them into a cohesive MMA skill set.
—Sean Sennett, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026
Thanks to its dense, flexible branching structure, rapid growth habit, and deep, strong taproots that anchor it firmly, this deciduous tree excels in windy conditions.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 8 Apr. 2026
As the fungi extended more hyphae, the branching network pulsed and gradually expanded into a nutrient-gobbling lace.
—Quanta Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
These long-blooming tropicals have a compact, upright habit, and dense branching for big impact in gardens and containers.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
Both companies began as cryptocurrency trading platforms before branching into the prediction space, which has been dominated by Kalshi and Polymarket.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
The Hubble Space Telescope has spotted a spiral galaxy swirling through the darkness of space, emanating an otherworldly glow through its cosmic, branching arms.
—Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Cutting close to the base of the plant promotes branching and fuller growth.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 14 Apr. 2026
From there, MacPherson worked with boxing coach Graham Shaw before branching into Brazilian jiu-jitsu and Muay Thai, training each discipline in isolation before combining them into a cohesive MMA skill set.
—Sean Sennett, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026
Thanks to its dense, flexible branching structure, rapid growth habit, and deep, strong taproots that anchor it firmly, this deciduous tree excels in windy conditions.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 8 Apr. 2026
As the fungi extended more hyphae, the branching network pulsed and gradually expanded into a nutrient-gobbling lace.
—Quanta Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for branching
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On the ceiling, where the nave and transept intersect, there will be a depiction of the Holy Spirit as a dove with radiating light and flames.—
Victoria Le,
Oc Register,
26 Apr. 2026
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What emotion is radiating from the walls?—
Avery Newmark,
AJC.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Asia-Pacific markets were trading lower Friday, diverging from Wall Street's record-setting rally.—
Leonie Kidd,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2026
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Likewise diverging from the norm, a Retiarius on a pottery relief from Gaul, instead of being almost naked, wears a helmet, body armor, and greaves.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Branching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/branching. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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