as in has
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
The uranium used in nuclear fuel undergoes an enrichment process to increase the levels of the more radioactive U-235 form.
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Idaho Statesman,
29 June 2026
The trailer teases Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the titular creature, who undergoes an intense transformation that leaves the townspeople terrified.
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Tanya Fedak,
Variety,
29 June 2026
Why Astronomers Are Watching So Closely T Coronae Borealis is a recurrent nova — a rare stellar event in which a white dwarf undergoes a powerful thermonuclear eruption on its surface.
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Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
How Heat Actually Works In The Body During a sauna session, heart rate climbs to 100 to 150 beats per minute and the cardiovascular system undergoes thermoregulatory conditioning that resembles moderate aerobic exercise without the mechanical load.
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Allison Palmer
updated June 24,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 June 2026
Sourdough undergoes natural fermentation rather than relying on additives found in baker's yeast.
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Jillian Kubala,
Health,
21 June 2026
Branse also emphasized that while the public doesn’t get a voice about the settlement proposal, residents will get to speak about the project itself when Costco undergoes a hearing for its special permit request.
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Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
15 June 2026
Every Orkin technician undergoes an intensive, 160-hour simulation training program at their dedicated center before entering the field.
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Nick Perry,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
Sam undergoes quite the transformation to make this rock star vampire persona believable.
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Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
Idaho Statesman,
29 June 2026
The trailer teases Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the titular creature, who undergoes an intense transformation that leaves the townspeople terrified.
—
Tanya Fedak,
Variety,
29 June 2026
Why Astronomers Are Watching So Closely T Coronae Borealis is a recurrent nova — a rare stellar event in which a white dwarf undergoes a powerful thermonuclear eruption on its surface.
—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
How Heat Actually Works In The Body During a sauna session, heart rate climbs to 100 to 150 beats per minute and the cardiovascular system undergoes thermoregulatory conditioning that resembles moderate aerobic exercise without the mechanical load.
—
Allison Palmer
updated June 24,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 June 2026
Sourdough undergoes natural fermentation rather than relying on additives found in baker's yeast.
—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
21 June 2026
Branse also emphasized that while the public doesn’t get a voice about the settlement proposal, residents will get to speak about the project itself when Costco undergoes a hearing for its special permit request.
—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
15 June 2026
Every Orkin technician undergoes an intensive, 160-hour simulation training program at their dedicated center before entering the field.
—
Nick Perry,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
Sam undergoes quite the transformation to make this rock star vampire persona believable.
—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undergoes
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Just like white vinegar, lemon juice has an acidity that can get rid of dullness affecting your whites.
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Miami has 12 roster spots filled and will add two or three other players on value deals.
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The patient experiences a system in which the doctor’s recommendation is not always enough.
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The storms, Mekkhala and Higos, have dumped heavy rain and damaged roads as Japan experiences its annual rainy season.
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This endures, despite the equally entrenched Hottentot Venus trope of the hypersexualized Black female.
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Times change and empires crumble, yet the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest endures.
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Headquartered in China’s eastern Jiangsu province, the company sees advanced packaging as a strategic priority as demand grows for more powerful and efficient chips, the South China Morning Post reported.
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Habitat for Humanity ReStore sees higher demand for patio furniture and planters in summer.
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Brennan believes the league should prevent the situation from escalating before Clark suffers a serious injury and the WNBA loses its biggest attraction.
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However, Shwaiki concluded she’s been exposed to both secondhand smoke and environmental pollution and suffers from chronic bronchitis.
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The fabric feels cool against my skin and never sticks or clings, even on warmer nights.
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Speak clearly, then act on the opening that feels constructive and well-timed.
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The cocktail is a fantastic way to get acquainted with Fernet Branca, and who knows?
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Our constitution is color-blind, and neither knows nor tolerates classes among citizens.
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“Undergoes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergoes. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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