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
The Warriors said Butler will undergo an MRI on Thursday.
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Matias Grez, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2025
During that time, Stephanie Asher’s youngest son Silas, now 14 years old, was undergoing cancer treatment.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2025
Mellencamp then underwent a craniotomy with tumor resection, and doctors removed four tumors from her brain.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2025
The beloved screen star was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014 and underwent two tracheotomy procedures but had recovered.
—The Deadline Team, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
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Matias Grez, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2025
During that time, Stephanie Asher’s youngest son Silas, now 14 years old, was undergoing cancer treatment.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2025
Mellencamp then underwent a craniotomy with tumor resection, and doctors removed four tumors from her brain.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2025
The beloved screen star was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014 and underwent two tracheotomy procedures but had recovered.
—The Deadline Team, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undergo
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Interest might ebb and flow depending on the person who fills the role, but the kingly complexion of the papacy itself continues to hold enduring intrigue.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Never underestimate a woman’s ability to endure pain.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
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As more than 100 wildfires burn across Florida, much of the state is experiencing a drought.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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But in the interim, residents are experiencing traffic delays as traffic lights stopped functioning, the shutdown of nearby grocery stores, and other disruptions.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
28 Apr. 2025
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Choose your battles wisely—some arguments aren’t worth winning (or having).—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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Elsewhere, Colorado does have strict policies in place for its athletics Hall of Fame.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2025
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From New York to Hollywood and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to Comments Stars have been everywhere this week.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Sey, who saw an opening in the market for a brand that speaks out on behalf of females everywhere, noted that no other athletic label is doing what XX-XY Athletics sets out to accomplish.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Undergo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergo. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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