Phrases with «to replicate the virus»

"To replicate the virus" means to make copies or produce more of the virus. Full definition

But instead of helping, some of these cells get infected and inadvertently replicate the virus, the researchers found. (sciencedaily.com)
The host cell then replicates those viruses like mad — until it eventually explodes. (sciencenews.org)
Thousands of replicated viruses then spread to neighbouring cells to wreak havoc. (newscientist.com)
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