as in to endure
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
some people undergo a complete transformation while away at college
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Recent Examples of undergo
Team staffers underwent a wardrobe change to contend with the elements.
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Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Without my consent, I was forced to undergo cosmetic plastic surgery and testosterone treatment to present as a cisgender man.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 8 Apr. 2025
Packaged and ready-to-eat foods, processed meats and sugary and diet drinks that contain additives never or rarely used in kitchens and that undergo extensive industrial processing are considered ultraprocessed.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
President Donald Trump will undergo his annual physical on Friday.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
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Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Without my consent, I was forced to undergo cosmetic plastic surgery and testosterone treatment to present as a cisgender man.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 8 Apr. 2025
Packaged and ready-to-eat foods, processed meats and sugary and diet drinks that contain additives never or rarely used in kitchens and that undergo extensive industrial processing are considered ultraprocessed.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
President Donald Trump will undergo his annual physical on Friday.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undergo
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In response to mounting international pressure, Maduro’s administration has sought to project confidence, insisting that Venezuela can endure the latest wave of U.S. economic measures.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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This movie captures the story that inspired extraordinary generosity and a legacy that endures today through every student and graduate of our school.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2025
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Judge likely hopes to experience similar success as Jeter.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Rural hospitals, long-term care centers, behavioral health settings and maternal-child health units are experiencing acute shortages.—
Kymberlee Montgomery,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
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The play-in tournament means you are certified to have had a mediocre season, like Miami’s 37-45.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2025
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Seven additional people involved in the collision had minor injuries.—
Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Apr. 2025
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Now in their early to mid-30s, both authors have seen their stories grow into global phenomena, with millions of readers and successful film adaptations.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The location’s manager had left for the day when the Observer visited the Starbucks on Friday afternoon to see if the location will remain open once the nearby drive-through is built.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Undergo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergo. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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