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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 undergoing
The title refers to canines that are awaiting deployment, undergoing medical evaluation, being reviewed for deficiencies or leaving the service.
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Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
For others, the decision to sell the refund rights was worth it to not deal with shelling out resources for a legal team or the headache of understanding and then undergoing the process to receive the refunds.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2026
First introduced in the 1990s, the missile is undergoing life-extension programs intended to keep it operational into the mid-21st century, reports Army Recognition.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
In 2022, Redzepi opened up about undergoing intensive therapy to make amends for his bullying behavior.
—Emily Wilson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Mar. 2026
All animals are currently in the care of the Humane Society of Greater Dayton and are undergoing medical assessments, supportive care and rehabilitation.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Mar. 2026
The venue is the first major entertainment addition to the next phase of development at Centennial Yards, which is undergoing a massive redevelopment.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The house is undergoing extensive renovations.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
In any case, their zebra fish work, which is undergoing peer review, shows that a fundamental feature of an essential organ is shaped by mechanical forces ahead of genetics.
—Clare Watson, Quanta Magazine, 27 Feb. 2026
Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
For others, the decision to sell the refund rights was worth it to not deal with shelling out resources for a legal team or the headache of understanding and then undergoing the process to receive the refunds.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2026
First introduced in the 1990s, the missile is undergoing life-extension programs intended to keep it operational into the mid-21st century, reports Army Recognition.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
In 2022, Redzepi opened up about undergoing intensive therapy to make amends for his bullying behavior.
—Emily Wilson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Mar. 2026
All animals are currently in the care of the Humane Society of Greater Dayton and are undergoing medical assessments, supportive care and rehabilitation.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Mar. 2026
The venue is the first major entertainment addition to the next phase of development at Centennial Yards, which is undergoing a massive redevelopment.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The house is undergoing extensive renovations.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
In any case, their zebra fish work, which is undergoing peer review, shows that a fundamental feature of an essential organ is shaped by mechanical forces ahead of genetics.
—Clare Watson, Quanta Magazine, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undergoing
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Brazil’s government announced emergency measures including a national task force to execute arrest warrants, electronic tracking for aggressors and mobile units assisting women experiencing violence.—
Eléonore Hughes,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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East Asia has among the world’s fastest-declining birth rates, with some countries already experiencing overall population decline.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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Bradbury said having an identity is key in this league, and likes the physical brand of football played in head coach Ben Johnson's offense.—
Matt Zahn,
CBS News,
13 Mar. 2026
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Aiding a teenager slumped on the ground having a medical episode this month led to North Miami Beach officers learning that a Miami Gardens man had been raping her for at least the last two years — a discovery that her mother had long since made, authorities say.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
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Perhaps enduring the toxic black clouds raining carcinogenic oil over their heads is the final indignity the citizens of Tehran must face before their ultimate salvation.—
Arvand Khosravi,
Vanity Fair,
11 Mar. 2026
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Katherine has built an incredible track record of bringing premium content to market and building enduring partnerships with top-tier talent that has consistently positioned the studio at the forefront of the industry.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Undergoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergoing. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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