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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
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.
—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
The cost of silence First, the researchers examined direct defenses—the chemical and physical changes the plant undergoes to make its leaves less palatable for caterpillars and thus hamper their growth.
—Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 3 June 2026
Each batch undergoes multiple tests for active ingredient consistency and contaminant safety.
—Tara Molina, CBS News, 1 June 2026
As Grossmont Center undergoes a redevelopment, the 52,657-square-foot cinema was one of the spaces marked for an update.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2026
As Nuno makes preparations for West Ham’s attempt at an immediate return to the Premier League and the club’s recruitment department undergoes an overhaul, only time will tell how significant his departure will be.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 1 June 2026
The Asava expression begins in ex-bourbon casks and then undergoes secondary maturation in casks seasoned with Indian Cabernet Sauvignon.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
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
The cost of silence First, the researchers examined direct defenses—the chemical and physical changes the plant undergoes to make its leaves less palatable for caterpillars and thus hamper their growth.
—Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 3 June 2026
Each batch undergoes multiple tests for active ingredient consistency and contaminant safety.
—Tara Molina, CBS News, 1 June 2026
As Grossmont Center undergoes a redevelopment, the 52,657-square-foot cinema was one of the spaces marked for an update.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2026
As Nuno makes preparations for West Ham’s attempt at an immediate return to the Premier League and the club’s recruitment department undergoes an overhaul, only time will tell how significant his departure will be.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 1 June 2026
The Asava expression begins in ex-bourbon casks and then undergoes secondary maturation in casks seasoned with Indian Cabernet Sauvignon.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undergoes
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The populist Swiss People’s Party, which has the most seats in parliament, has stirred up and fostered anti-migration sentiment over the years, notably about an influx of workers from European Union nations.—
Jamey Keaten,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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In fact, their entire relationship has an eerie, performative aura.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
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As the Northern Hemisphere experiences its summer solstice, people south of the equator in the Southern Hemisphere will go through their winter solstice.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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That gives the north its longest days, while the Southern Hemisphere (which is titled away from the sun) experiences its shortest days.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Whether a play endures or fades is fickle.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
12 June 2026
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My mom still endures the 100-degree temperatures of Palm Springs and is eyeing these as a lightweight option to wear with tanks and sandals this summer.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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The deal sees Higher Ground work with Disney arm Disney Kids & Family, which has just been rebranded from Disney Branded Television.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
15 June 2026
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Popular notions of philanthropy as merely a game for the ultrawealthy to fund partisan projects and commit fraud have left the sector vulnerable to political attacks, as the Council on Foundations sees it, influencing policies that hamper essential community services.—
James Pollard,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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While there are pockets of downtown that are thriving and local residents say life is improving, Los Angeles’ downtown suffers from an image problem that is weighing on how it is perceived.—
Lily Wright,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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While Lo's son has recovered, Diarra still suffers from malnutrition and needs treatment.—
Jonathan Lambert,
NPR,
13 June 2026
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There’s a certain pressure on the movie to deliver in both terms of content and box office numbers as well, one that Kiyoko feels immensely.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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The landscape is dotted with lighthouses, and climbing one feels like a rite of passage.—
Caitlin Gunther,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 June 2026
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Calmus knows firsthand what NICU families face.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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From Louis through the book, and then his mother knows exactly how to string him along, when to give him love and when to take it away.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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“Undergoes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergoes. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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