divide rapidly
[dɪˈvaɪd ˈræpɪdli]
verb phrase
dividir-se rapidamente / multiplicar-se rapidamente
1. to separate or split into parts at a fast rate; to reproduce or proliferate quickly
Cancer cells divide rapidly, spreading throughout the body.
As células cancerígenas dividem-se rapidamente, espalhando-se por todo o corpo.
2. to split into smaller groups or portions at high speed
The amoeba divides rapidly in favorable conditions.
A ameba multiplica-se rapidamente em condições favoráveis.
3. to separate or partition something quickly into multiple sections
The company decided to divide rapidly into smaller departments.
A empresa decidiu dividir-se rapidamente em departamentos menores.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian scientific, medical, and biological contexts. It appears frequently in healthcare discussions, particularly regarding cancer treatment and cellular biology. In the USA, it's standard medical/scientific terminology. The concept is culturally significant in both countries due to its importance in medicine, agriculture (pest control), and microbiology education.
Related Idioms & Phrases
divide and conquer
the more the merrier (when referring to rapid reproduction)
spread like wildfire (similar rapid proliferation concept)
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