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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
To increase rapidly in number; multiply.

  1. A
    to proliferate
  2. B
    to procreate
  3. C
    to propagate
  4. D
    to escalate

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* Proliferate means to increase rapidly in number or multiply.
Procreate means to produce young or reproduce offspring.

Propagate means to breed specimens of a plant or spread/promote an idea or theory.

Escalate means to become or cause to become more intense or serious.

Thus, proliferate is the exact substitute.

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
To increase rapidly in number; multiply.
A
to proliferate
B
to procreate
C
to propagate
D
to escalate

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