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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 underwent
McDonald’s team at the University of Pennsylvania found GLP-1 drugs were linked to a 30 percent lower likelihood of a breast cancer diagnosis in more than 111,000 women who underwent breast imaging.
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Lori Youmshajekian, Scientific American, 8 June 2026
The midfielder walked off the field by himself after being attended by medical staff, the Danish soccer federation said after the match, and underwent more tests in Odense University Hospital.
—ABC News, 8 June 2026
During processing, two travelers underwent additional inspection, a routine part of CBP's inspection process when officers need to verify information or determine admissibility.
—Chris Tye, CBS News, 8 June 2026
The righty underwent a microdiscectomy (spine surgery) last year.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 7 June 2026
However, Pennhurst, LLC underwent a leadership change in 2017 and partnered with PMPA, per the National Council on Public History.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
That move signaled the team’s first serious step toward leaving Soldier Field, where the Bears have played since 1971 and that underwent a major renovation in 2003.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
Since its acquisition, Frye underwent a series of changes.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
According to an Instagram story posted by the pitcher, Graterol recently underwent back surgery after suffering a new injury while attempting to work his way back to the major leagues.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Lori Youmshajekian, Scientific American, 8 June 2026
The midfielder walked off the field by himself after being attended by medical staff, the Danish soccer federation said after the match, and underwent more tests in Odense University Hospital.
—ABC News, 8 June 2026
During processing, two travelers underwent additional inspection, a routine part of CBP's inspection process when officers need to verify information or determine admissibility.
—Chris Tye, CBS News, 8 June 2026
The righty underwent a microdiscectomy (spine surgery) last year.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 7 June 2026
However, Pennhurst, LLC underwent a leadership change in 2017 and partnered with PMPA, per the National Council on Public History.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
That move signaled the team’s first serious step toward leaving Soldier Field, where the Bears have played since 1971 and that underwent a major renovation in 2003.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
Since its acquisition, Frye underwent a series of changes.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
According to an Instagram story posted by the pitcher, Graterol recently underwent back surgery after suffering a new injury while attempting to work his way back to the major leagues.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underwent
Verb
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Dow also said the safest way to make it out of a channel is to follow the markers, which experienced mariners know to look for.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
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Those who experienced the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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The water, too, was wild—the Allegheny and its tributaries had yet to be dammed, and Flag Swamp was noted as one of the last hideouts for beavers in the state.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Elections officials still had about 13,000 ballots left to count across all of Yolo County as of Tuesday afternoon.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Although subsequent work employed modern technology — from digital modeling software to industrial robots — an underlying rationale endured.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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Recognized as the official state handcraft of South Carolina since 2006, this coastal art form has endured for over 300 years and remains a cornerstone of the Gullah.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
Verb
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Moving a blade back and forth to try to saw biscuits apart will make their layers stick (and ruin the rise).—
Ella Quittner,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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Ruggeri says that, in comparison to saw palmetto, which gets far more attention.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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One person suffered serious injuries, four others have moderate or minor injuries, according to the fire department.—
Gloria Pazmino,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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Fire officials were not able to determine whether the man suffered from a medical condition or what caused his death, according to a statement issued by the department.—
Sonja Sharp,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2026
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“Underwent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underwent. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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