Based on the meanings in the text,...

A

“...Gauge...” (title) cannot be replaced by estimate.

B

“...issue...” (line 8) is the opposite of announce.

C

“...spur...” (line 9) and stimulate are antonyms.

D

“...outdistanced...” (line 27) and exceeded are synonyms.

E

“...deployed...” (line 34) and dismissed express similar ideas.