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offshoot

[awf-shoot, of-] / ˈɔfˌʃut, ˈɒf- /


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It’s unclear if the grant would go to the British-based organization or its international offshoot.

From Salon Jul. 21, 2026

Now, he is reportedly looking to marry the straight-laced German firm with its flashy American offshoot.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 10, 2026

His directives to writers pitching future “Boys” spinoffs are clear: The offshoot would have to be that scribe’s “passion project” and “totally distinct and unique from the others” in that franchise.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 10, 2026

And Mercado Pago, the financial offshoot of Argentine e-commerce giant Mercado Libre, could get its license approved this year, according to Oxford Analytica.

From Barron's Apr. 23, 2026

The local chieftain was an expert in hand-to-hand combat, using an offshoot of what was more popularly known as Brazilian jujitsu.

From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben