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Propagate

/prˈɑpəˌɡeɪt/
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(verb) To cause to continue or multiply by generation, or successive production.

Humans are the vehicles that genes use to propagate themselves.
Sound needs matter to propagate through. However, cosmic noise and electromagnetic waves don't.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The gardener used cuttings to ____ the rare plant and distribute it to botanical gardens worldwide.

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