go through

verb

went through; gone through; going through; goes through

intransitive verb

1
: to continue firmly or obstinately to the end
I was going through with it if it killed meA. W. Long
2
a
: to receive approval or sanction : pass
b
: to come to a desired or satisfactory conclusion

Examples of go through in a Sentence

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For a 10-year-old girl, ovarian dysfunction could mean trouble going through puberty, irregular menstrual cycles, or even acne. Karina Zaiets, USA Today, 30 June 2025 It’s made with a patent-pending cooling fabric to help balance body temperature on hot days (it’s also marketed to those going through menopause, according to the brand). Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 30 June 2025 Katzenbach and Smith go through the obvious teamwork values of listening, giving others the benefit of the doubt, providing support, recognizing the achievement of others, etc. Neil Senturia, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 June 2025 The medication has already gone through more than 15 Phase 1 and 2 clinical trials. Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for go through

Word History

First Known Use

1513, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of go through was in 1513

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“Go through.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/go%20through. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.

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