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 In his speech, the Chinese leader reiterated his view that the world was undergoing changes not seen in a century, and emphasized how Beijing was offering global opportunities in the face of growing instability and uncertainties in the Asia-Pacific region. Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025 In addition, Keegan Murray is still sidelined after undergoing surgery to repair an ulnar collateral ligament tear in his left thumb. Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 31 Oct. 2025 The morning show intrigue The CBS weekday morning show has undergone multiple permutations over the past decade, and King has been the central player throughout, helming the show while other co-hosts have come and gone. Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 2025 Variety reported that King might land in a different position at the broadcaster as CBS properties undergo restructuring following the August merger between Skydance Media and Paramount Global. Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for undergo
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  • The poetic image of the boomerang traveling through space rings real and true in this landmark study as a feat of engineering and an enduring symbol that traversed and survived colonialism.
    Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2025
  • An enduring lover of power suits (and on a current high-fashion streak), Markle opted for a sleek black Armani suit at a recent event for Project Healthy Minds in New York, walking the carpet with her husband Prince Harry.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2025
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  • Myers had previously experienced three heart attacks in the last three years, Trice told the outlet.
    Charmaine Patterson, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Saudi Arabia is experiencing its own boom and is projected to attract 2,400 high-net-worth individuals in 2025, an 800% increase from 2024.
    Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2025
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  • The former first round pick in the 2024 MLB draft had a masterful outing, finishing with 12 strikeouts, which broke Don Newcombe’s rookie record for the most in a World Series start, set in 1949.
    Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Hank remained single throughout the series but has had brief moments of chemistry with other characters, including with Nina Chapman (Sara Bues) in season 11.
    Francesca Gariano, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
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  • Say the managers see a software provider on the block at a bargain price, and want to add it to a tech portfolio.
    Shawn Tully, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2025
  • Conversely, first responders wouldn’t be able to see what's going on inside the aircraft.
    Staff Author, PEOPLE, 31 Oct. 2025

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