Split off Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To separate from a larger group or part, usually forming something independent. Can refer to people, organizations, or objects that become disconnected from a whole.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used in formal, business, or technical contexts. Common with organizations ('company split off'), teams, or physical parts ('split off a section'). The object that 'splits off' often becomes separate and independent. Do not confuse with simply 'split' (which may not imply independence or forming a new unit).
Example Sentences
Some members decided to split off and start a new club.
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This branch will split off from the main company next year.
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Sometimes a piece will split off from the puzzle.
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After the disagreement, the group chose to split off and go its own way.
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The tech team split off from the main project to focus on something new.
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It’s common for startups to split off from universities when they want to commercialize research.
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