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
To demonstrate the system’s capabilities, the research team, led by Huang Jiangtao of the China Aerodynamics Research and Development Centre, applied PADJ-X to conceptual configurations resembling the US Air Force’s B-21 stealth bomber, which is currently undergoing flight testing.
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Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026
The throne eventually made its way to Axl Rose, who used it on tour with Guns N’ Roses, and later Old Dominion frontman Matthew Ramsey, who used it in 2019 after undergoing surgery on his leg.
—Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
Clarke Schmidt is further behind after undergoing Tommy John surgery in July.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2026
Higher education is undergoing an identity crisis.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 6 Jan. 2026
Murray missed the first 15 games of the season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 6 Jan. 2026
But 2025 is undergoing a reckoning.
—Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2025
Adebayo missed his third straight game on Monday and Herro has yet to play this season after undergoing surgery in September.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2025
The project is undergoing environmental review, and a decision to approve or deny it will be made at a public hearing that has not yet been scheduled.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026
The throne eventually made its way to Axl Rose, who used it on tour with Guns N’ Roses, and later Old Dominion frontman Matthew Ramsey, who used it in 2019 after undergoing surgery on his leg.
—Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
Clarke Schmidt is further behind after undergoing Tommy John surgery in July.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2026
Higher education is undergoing an identity crisis.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 6 Jan. 2026
Murray missed the first 15 games of the season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 6 Jan. 2026
But 2025 is undergoing a reckoning.
—Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2025
Adebayo missed his third straight game on Monday and Herro has yet to play this season after undergoing surgery in September.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2025
The project is undergoing environmental review, and a decision to approve or deny it will be made at a public hearing that has not yet been scheduled.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undergoing
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Weak shaking has been recorded and several residents reported experiencing the tremor in Ridgecrest and the surrounding area according to the USGS DYFI report.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Additionally, people with IBS and IBD are more sensitive to changes in fiber in their diet and may already be experiencing constipation and/or diarrhea, which are common side effects of juice cleanses.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
7 Jan. 2026
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From frequent favorites like Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez and George and Amal Clooney, to couples having a rare date night like Julia Roberts and Danny Moder and Jennifer Lawrence and Cooke Moroney, significant others had a significant presence.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Jaffery describes it as an unfortunate oversight and a prime example on the importance of having diverse voices at the table when making decisions.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
January 12,
Sacbee.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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The suit also highlights the duo’s enduring influence, noting that their recordings have earned millions in royalties and sync deals over the years and continue to resonate with new generations of fans.—
Sarah Jones,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Amid all the beauty of Tokyo, one of the enduring memories had nothing to do with cherry blossoms or the architecture.—
Aaron Couch,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Undergoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergoing. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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