as in experienced
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 undergone
This sprawling resort has undergone a multi-million dollar renovation over the last 10-plus years, work that has refreshed rooms and the lobby, added a coffee shop, and enhanced wellness perks.
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Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
JPMorgan is more sanguine, however, saying Coach has undergone a brand revival over the past few years, enabling it to gain traction with Gen-Z shoppers and bolster its balance sheet.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 8 May 2026
Here's some information on who qualifies for the benefits in New York and federal changes that the program has undergone.
—Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Only weeks before, the officer had undergone mass shooter training, Faraj said.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
The fundraiser, which has raised more than $330,000 toward a $2 million goal, says Ozsoy has since undergone several operations and years of rehabilitation.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
Barovier&Toso, the Murano glass lighting company founded in 1295, has undergone a reboot by its art director, designer Luca Nichetto, who enlisted a roster of international designers to create forward-looking products.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
As played by Justin Theroux, Barnes is clearly inspired by Bezos — and not just because Barnes has undergone a dramatic body transformation from nebbishy tech geek to buff, balding mogul.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
The rules for the draft lottery The draft lottery was introduced in 1995 and has undergone changes over the years.
—Jeremy Rutherford, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
JPMorgan is more sanguine, however, saying Coach has undergone a brand revival over the past few years, enabling it to gain traction with Gen-Z shoppers and bolster its balance sheet.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 8 May 2026
Here's some information on who qualifies for the benefits in New York and federal changes that the program has undergone.
—Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Only weeks before, the officer had undergone mass shooter training, Faraj said.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
The fundraiser, which has raised more than $330,000 toward a $2 million goal, says Ozsoy has since undergone several operations and years of rehabilitation.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
Barovier&Toso, the Murano glass lighting company founded in 1295, has undergone a reboot by its art director, designer Luca Nichetto, who enlisted a roster of international designers to create forward-looking products.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 6 May 2026
As played by Justin Theroux, Barnes is clearly inspired by Bezos — and not just because Barnes has undergone a dramatic body transformation from nebbishy tech geek to buff, balding mogul.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
The rules for the draft lottery The draft lottery was introduced in 1995 and has undergone changes over the years.
—Jeremy Rutherford, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undergone
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The passengers left the ship and entered the United States before the outbreak was identified, said officials, and have not experienced any symptoms.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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People who have weakened immune systems and who experienced intense pain during an initial outbreak are also more susceptible to getting shingles a second (or even third) time.—
Petra Guglielmetti,
Glamour,
7 May 2026
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Despite these observations, Walter was not seen by a doctor until two days after his injuries occurred.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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The move was widely seen as an effort to reassure consumers that ultra-fast charging technology would not result in excessive long-term battery degradation.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
10 May 2026
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The one-time cellar-dweller Braves became known as America's Team and eventually dominated the National League in the 1990s under Turner's ownership, including a 1995 World Series victory.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, a Black man known as the city’s first non-native settler, sold his properties in Chicago.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Your humanity deserves to be witnessed, not just acknowledged from a distance.—
Mark Osborne,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
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For many, the light sentences marked a shocking and meager ending to the life-altering tragedy witnessed by thousands.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
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“Undergone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergone. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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