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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For example, even the rarest piece in your closet is first experienced by your car, or your backyard, or the courtyard of a county museum.—
Julissa James,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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Those who experienced the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
14 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 extent of their injuries was not immediately known on May 12.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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The film reframes Hugo’s novel — adapted dozens of times throughout the decades but probably best known to modern audiences from the musical and Tom Hooper’s 2012 film adaptation — as a propulsive chase thriller.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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That tree was called Wesley Oak and, living into the 1920s, witnessed much of America’s history.—
Joseph Bonasia,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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Since October, the country has witnessed over 700 fatalities and more than 18,500 infections, although cases and deaths have shown signs of slowing since their peak in January.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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“Undergone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergone. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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