as in experiencing
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
LaVine appeared in only 39 games last season after undergoing season-ending surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right hand.
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Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
From the factory floor to the small business ledger, the tech ecosystem is undergoing a massive shift toward hyper-automation and deep data visibility.
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Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
The workplace is undergoing a profound transformation, shifting from a Knowledge Economy to a Human Economy.
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William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Kate, 44, the wife of heir to the throne Prince William, is in remission after undergoing chemotherapy for an undisclosed form of cancer.
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Reuters,
NBC news,
29 June 2026
Enter Carmen Liu, a lingerie designer who specializes in tucking underwear; and fajas, a shapewear garment fashioned after a corset that transgender women use these to mold their figures while undergoing transition.
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Nicky Josephine,
Vogue,
29 June 2026
The property was featured in Philadelphia Magazine back in 2022 after undergoing a major renovation and redesign.
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Alexandra Simon,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
The 34-year-old Canadian doubles star, a two-time Grand Slam winner and two-time Wimbledon finalist, came to the grass two years ago, just weeks after undergoing two surgeries for breast cancer.
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Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
28 June 2026
The biggest loss last season was captain Aleksander Barkov, who missed the entire campaign after undergoing reconstructive right knee surgery to repair the ACL and MCL following a training camp injury.
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Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
27 June 2026
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
From the factory floor to the small business ledger, the tech ecosystem is undergoing a massive shift toward hyper-automation and deep data visibility.
—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
The workplace is undergoing a profound transformation, shifting from a Knowledge Economy to a Human Economy.
—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Kate, 44, the wife of heir to the throne Prince William, is in remission after undergoing chemotherapy for an undisclosed form of cancer.
—
Reuters,
NBC news,
29 June 2026
Enter Carmen Liu, a lingerie designer who specializes in tucking underwear; and fajas, a shapewear garment fashioned after a corset that transgender women use these to mold their figures while undergoing transition.
—
Nicky Josephine,
Vogue,
29 June 2026
The property was featured in Philadelphia Magazine back in 2022 after undergoing a major renovation and redesign.
—
Alexandra Simon,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
The 34-year-old Canadian doubles star, a two-time Grand Slam winner and two-time Wimbledon finalist, came to the grass two years ago, just weeks after undergoing two surgeries for breast cancer.
—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
28 June 2026
The biggest loss last season was captain Aleksander Barkov, who missed the entire campaign after undergoing reconstructive right knee surgery to repair the ACL and MCL following a training camp injury.
—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
27 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undergoing
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In 2023, more than a decade after a experiencing season-ending racing injuries, Muniz decided to pursue his dream of NASCAR racing full-throttle and announced his return to stock car racing in the ARCA Menards Series.
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According to her defense, Bland was experiencing hallucinations and believed she was being instructed to baptize her family members.
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Swift and Kelce opted against having traditional bridesmaids and groomsmen.
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The news came a day before Liz reported on Hong Kong’s beleaguered cinema market finally having an upturn, with overall box office revenues increasing by 25% thanks to a strong line-up of local and Hollywood releases.
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Lessons from the Iran war could well influence future Emirati military acquisitions choices, but not its enduring diversification strategy, which this prospective Indian deal doubtlessly reinforces.
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Unlike the players, who must adhere to Wimbledon's famously strict all-white dress code—an enduring symbol of the tournament's tradition and prestige—celebrity and royal guests have long used the stands as a showcase for standout fashion moments.
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“Undergoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergoing. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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