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
But evolution has not moved quickly enough to conceal animals from human-surveillance technologies, which are undergoing their own Cambrian explosion.
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Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
Yet since that time, the luxury fashion industry has undergone a shape shift of its own, as conglomerates now dominate the future of the luxury industry.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Back at SeaWorld, Labor Day weekend marked the last performances in the Dolphin Amphitheater until early 2026, as the stadium undergoes a renovation.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
After winning the High-A Northwest League pitcher of the year award last year with High-A Spokane, Sullivan underwent surgery to repair the labrum in his right hip.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2025
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Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 7 Sep. 2025
Yet since that time, the luxury fashion industry has undergone a shape shift of its own, as conglomerates now dominate the future of the luxury industry.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Back at SeaWorld, Labor Day weekend marked the last performances in the Dolphin Amphitheater until early 2026, as the stadium undergoes a renovation.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
After winning the High-A Northwest League pitcher of the year award last year with High-A Spokane, Sullivan underwent surgery to repair the labrum in his right hip.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undergo
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Her surprise arrival was a powerful reminder of the enduring strength of friendship, even in life’s hardest moments.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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In one of the many ugly performances the Yankees endured in their tumble from first place and Judge was throwing gingerly in a 12-5 loss to the Phillies.—
Larry Fleisher,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Historic data In 2024, California experienced 305 fires caused by lightning, resulting in 90,206 acres of wildland burned, as reported by NIFC.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Additional locations may experience flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or other factors.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Sep. 2025
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Even though Josh and Arteta have a good relationship, stemming back to when Arteta played for the club, Lewis is the conduit between the club and ownership.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Brake gently as needed - Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
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Taylor also drew false-start and holding penalties in the first half, and teammate Travis Kelce had seen enough during the Chiefs’ season-opening game Friday against the Chargers in São Paulo, Brazil.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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However, only select regions will get to see the eclipse, including New Zealand, southern Australia, parts of the Pacific and Atlantic, Asia, Africa, and Antarctica.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Undergo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergo. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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