Definition of undergonext
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 1974, John underwent Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction surgery, as it’s medically known. Kevin Dotson, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026 Both proposals are undergoing review and debate among the city’s policymakers, who are getting an earful from the various interest groups. Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026 The aging Tomorrowland will soon undergo a large-scale overhaul, one that will include brand new attractions. Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026 Miller doesn’t expect a sudden rise in trans players in the WNBA, citing the challenges presented by hormone therapy — including a slower recovery time for those who undergo the treatment — among the factors. Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for undergo
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  • Swaths of Europe are enduring their fifth heatwave of the year this week, with parts of Britain, France, Spain and Italy under extreme heat warnings.
    Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Yet for Asian countries that endured Japanese imperial rule and expansion, Yasukuni remains a symbol of Japan’s militarism.
    ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
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  • The grief Sophie’s family has experienced is similar to post-traumatic stress, DeLeon notes, and feeling unheard or betrayed by law enforcement can only compound those emotions.
    Amanda Musa, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Real Madrid have experienced success signing players from Levante.
    Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
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  • This assortment features best sellers including the 24/7 Classic T-Shirt Bra, which has support, comfort adjustable straps and no-show double-layer back.
    ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • White Water's diminutive cocktail bar has awesome bottled cocktails served in proper glassware that make for the perfect sundowner to carry across the boardwalk to soak up golden hour over the Pacific.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
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  • While a thin sliver will remain illuminated by direct sunlight, most of the lunar surface will appear dramatically darkened with a subtle reddish-orange glow — reminiscent of a total lunar eclipse seen across North America on March 3.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
  • As premier, she has rarely been seen in public wearing all-black suits and boots.
    ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026

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“Undergo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergo. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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