undertaking 1 of 2

noun

Definition of undertakingnext
1
as in endeavor

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2
as in contract

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3
as in initiative

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undertaking

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verb

present participle of undertake
as in accepting
to take to or upon oneself undertook the responsibility of raising the orphaned children as their own

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Recent Examples of undertaking
Noun
The nearby Vigeland Museum helps explain how an undertaking of this scale came into existence. — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 For a show that as of just a few months ago wasn’t on anybody’s Emmy radar, this was a huge undertaking. — Joe Reid, Vulture, 25 July 2026
Verb
Over the years, George has been undertaking more and more royal engagements, sometimes with one of both of his siblings, and sometimes solo with either his father or mother. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 22 July 2026 With Erwin Hymer serving as the sitting professor of that class, group brand Bürstner has stepped up as its star research assistant, undertaking one market-evolving project after another. — New Atlas, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for undertaking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undertaking
  1. endeavor
  2. contract
  3. initiative
  4. accepting
  5. struggle
  6. assurance
  7. enterprise
  8. assuming
Noun
  • The great technological leaps in American history have often featured influential industrialists who step forward as vanguards, leading the way to a better tomorrow while emerging as major players in extreme endeavors.
    — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • But as with many of its recent endeavors, the company’s leadership appeared to prioritize marketing over execution.
    — Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of endeavor
Noun
  • Mundo Deportivo corroborates these key figures, while noting that Cancelo only has a year left on his contract at Al-Hilal.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Skubal is a free agent after this season and could command a record contract for a starting pitcher.
    — Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of contract
Noun
  • This initiative aims to elevate horse racing's appeal to everyday sports fans by fostering rivalries and familiarity among top horses.
    — Danny Brewer, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Maryland moved more slowly — and with an approach that will not change districts for this year's elections — because Democratic state Senate President Bill Ferguson blocked an earlier initiative aimed at putting new maps in place for this year.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of initiative
Verb
  • According to reports in France and Spain, however, Torres has been convinced to join former La Roja boss Luis Enrique at the Parc des Princes while on the brink of accepting PSG’s proposal due to feeling undervalued by Hansi Flick.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • But baby boomers aren’t as accepting of the reality as others, according to social media posts on the subject.
    — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of accepting
Noun
  • The unusually open rivalry within the theocracy's leadership points to a struggle for control over Iran’s postwar future.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
  • After another defeat underscored the team's post-All-Star break skid and bullpen struggles, Dombrowski was seen putting his arm around Harper in front of teammates.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of struggle
Noun
  • On deadline day, unsettling for many, Abrams had the look of a man who was calmed by his boss’ assurances.
    — Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Every additional interaction increases operating costs while providing little assurance of stronger products or happier customers.
    — Michael Edmondson, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of assurance
Noun
  • On the other end are enterprises that generate value from AI through productivity and lower costs gained via automating customer service, streamlining business processes, and catching fraud.
    — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Its systems remain embedded across banks, credit unions, merchants, and enterprises.
    — Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of enterprise
Verb
  • Founders often focus heavily on maximizing valuation, assuming that securing the highest purchase price is the primary objective.
    — Amit Jain, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Bloomberg claimed today that OpenAI will reveal its speaker this year and release it in 2027, assuming Apple’s lawsuit doesn’t disrupt those plans.
    — Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of assuming

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