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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My body could endure 50 miles of running — but a dinner date?—
Nina E. Cerfolio,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Facing uncertainty over where their relationship will go, Remi and Barnes experience different twists and turns over the course of a year, through winter, spring, summer and fall.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Judge likely hopes to experience similar success as Jeter.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Seven additional people involved in the collision had minor injuries.—
Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Apr. 2025
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The play-in tournament means you are certified to have had a mediocre season, like Miami’s 37-45.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 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 30 Apr. 2025.
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