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as in reproducing
to bring forth offspring
the dams along the river are interfering with the salmon's ability to propagate
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as in disseminating
to cause to be known over a considerable area or by many people
the various ways in which churches can propagate the faith
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Recent Examples of propagating
Pert, smiling, and all-natural (except for their Botox), the MAHA mom helped Trump ascend to victory by propagating dangerous misinformation about the MMR vaccine, a modern medical advance that has saved countless children’s lives.
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Ej Dickson, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2026
If there is no wave propagating, then there is no power dissipation.
—Dina Genkina, IEEE Spectrum, 22 Jan. 2026
First published in 1979 and still widely available through Internet vendors, this book, above all, will inspire you to grab a shovel or trowel or shears and start planting, pruning, or propagating right away.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 17 Jan. 2026
Just like propagating other succulents, cuttings from these plants should be allowed to callus for a few days and then planted in soil to avoid issues with rot.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
But propagating roses in winter has major benefits, too—especially for hardwood cuttings which can be difficult to root during the growing season.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
Further investigation of the Whippet revealed a powerful shock wave propagating outwards from the central source at around 20% the speed of light, or around 134 million miles per hour (215 million kilometers per hour), slamming into surrounding gas.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Robinhood is known for propagating meme-stock mania, making its founders billionaires, and changing how Americans invest.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 29 Dec. 2025
Torres Maczassek and her brother, Miguel, are considered leaders in climate-change response, including uncovering and re-propagating nearly extinct grape varieties that may fare better in extreme heat and drought.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2025
Ej Dickson, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2026
If there is no wave propagating, then there is no power dissipation.
—Dina Genkina, IEEE Spectrum, 22 Jan. 2026
First published in 1979 and still widely available through Internet vendors, this book, above all, will inspire you to grab a shovel or trowel or shears and start planting, pruning, or propagating right away.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 17 Jan. 2026
Just like propagating other succulents, cuttings from these plants should be allowed to callus for a few days and then planted in soil to avoid issues with rot.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
But propagating roses in winter has major benefits, too—especially for hardwood cuttings which can be difficult to root during the growing season.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
Further investigation of the Whippet revealed a powerful shock wave propagating outwards from the central source at around 20% the speed of light, or around 134 million miles per hour (215 million kilometers per hour), slamming into surrounding gas.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Robinhood is known for propagating meme-stock mania, making its founders billionaires, and changing how Americans invest.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 29 Dec. 2025
Torres Maczassek and her brother, Miguel, are considered leaders in climate-change response, including uncovering and re-propagating nearly extinct grape varieties that may fare better in extreme heat and drought.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for propagating
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The development of European cartography was driven by the Age of Exploration from the 15th to 17th centuries and entrepreneurial activities associated with reproducing and selling maps.—
Melinda Laituri,
The Conversation,
4 Feb. 2026
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If some species can continue reproducing even under challenging conditions, that resilience could buy ecosystems valuable time.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Data centers are warehouse-like facilities housing computer servers and components essential for storing, processing and disseminating large amounts of data.—
Adam Bell,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Feb. 2026
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The legislation would allow individuals whose likeness has been used by AI to generate pornographic photos and videos without their consent to sue those responsible for generating or disseminating the content for upward of $150,000.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Jan. 2026
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However, at a moment when young men face multiplying challenges, from academic pressure to social isolation to a crisis of purpose, fraternities offer something increasingly rare.—
Anthony V. Mack,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2026
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Because the brain has ordered the macrophages to create an immunosuppressive shield, the T cells lose their energy, stop multiplying and fail to recognize the cancer as a threat.—
Jacek Krywko,
Scientific American,
4 Feb. 2026
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Measles is now spreading in Florida, with 68 cases reported in the state already this year.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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Be generous when spreading the chocolate frosting on this one.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
13 Feb. 2026
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The report states that the breeding population of bears is expanding into more cities and towns.—
Sasha Allen,
Hartford Courant,
31 Jan. 2026
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Nuka had lived at the Detroit Zoo from 2011 to 2022, and then was moved to the Toledo Zoo in 2022 for breeding efforts with female polar bear Crystal.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Propagating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propagating. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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