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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 undergoes
Students and faculty in TCU’s theater and music programs will temporarily relocate to four spaces as the College of Fine Arts’ Ed Landreth Hall undergoes renovations.
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Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
Yuri undergoes a pretty big character arc this season and is forced to grow in a lot of ways.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 2 Apr. 2026
This means the hair boasts 80% cuticle alignment, maintains its sumptuous, silky texture after 20+ washes, and undergoes only minimal, delicate acid-washing for sanitation without compromising its integrity.
—Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2026
Not everyone who undergoes conversion therapy survives.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2026
Before leaving the production line, each robot undergoes 41 simulated work-condition tests.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Part of that friction is structural, as the reality TV landscape undergoes its own contraction.
—Shamira Ibrahim, HollywoodReporter, 25 Mar. 2026
Also, stars in this frenzied state aren’t terribly stable; the fusion rate can be tempestuous, and the star undergoes incredibly violent paroxysms.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Mar. 2026
The project arrives as West Palm Beach undergoes a dramatic transformation.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026
Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
Yuri undergoes a pretty big character arc this season and is forced to grow in a lot of ways.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 2 Apr. 2026
This means the hair boasts 80% cuticle alignment, maintains its sumptuous, silky texture after 20+ washes, and undergoes only minimal, delicate acid-washing for sanitation without compromising its integrity.
—Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2026
Not everyone who undergoes conversion therapy survives.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2026
Before leaving the production line, each robot undergoes 41 simulated work-condition tests.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Part of that friction is structural, as the reality TV landscape undergoes its own contraction.
—Shamira Ibrahim, HollywoodReporter, 25 Mar. 2026
Also, stars in this frenzied state aren’t terribly stable; the fusion rate can be tempestuous, and the star undergoes incredibly violent paroxysms.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Mar. 2026
The project arrives as West Palm Beach undergoes a dramatic transformation.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undergoes
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Anyone who has information about or video of the incident is asked to call Detective Joseph Haapala with the Redford Township Police Department at 313-387-2581 or email him.—
Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Organized by the curatorial fellow Yifu Liu, the show has trimmings in just about every frame.—
Emilia Petrarca,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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But when Willy floats into a conversation with Ben or experiences a memory of Biff’s high-school glory days, golden light floods the stage through a high bank of dirty windows.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Apr. 2026
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Dougherty sees the job as a metaphor for what modern society experiences daily online.—
William Earl,
Variety,
9 Apr. 2026
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Her love for them endures, as does Taurus's loyalty and devotion.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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During reentry, the heat shield on the spacecraft endures temperatures as high as 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit and plasma will form around the capsule, blocking the transmission of radio signals.—
Miles Doran,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Each cocktail is purposefully crafted, bridging flavors as with a slow-sipper featuring a split whiskey base sees bitter orange, curry leaf, and a bath of hickory smoke paired with the kitchen’s tender rogan josh shank, snappy papadum, and other hits.—
Chris Malloy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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Overlooking Year-Round Appeal Another mistake Miller sees is forgetting to plant for visual interest throughout the year.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Apr. 2026
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Defense attorney Lindsay Thompson has looked to paint Horner as sympathetic to the jury by revealing he has been diagnosed with autism and suffers from brain damage, mental illness and extreme lead exposure.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2026
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However, no one in the village seems to recognize him — least of all his mother Mechthild (Irene Kleinschmidt), who suffers worsening dementia.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
12 Apr. 2026
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Featuring one-of-a-kind prints and stand out colors, each piece feels special -- like it was made just for you.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Fear may thrive in the shadows, but here, under bright fluorescent lights, the terror feels even more malevolent, something ambient and inescapable.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2026
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Mansaray knows the challenges of financial dependence firsthand.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Jalen Brunson knows any variation of offensive plays featuring both him and All-Star teammate Karl-Anthony Towns can be difficult, nearly impossible for opposing defenses to guard.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Undergoes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergoes. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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