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
  • Any lingering hope that Netanyahu could be convinced to take part in such an endeavor now looks for the birds.
    — Andrew Carey, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Market research is a costly and time-consuming endeavor, with global spending expected to exceed $116 billion by 2030.
    — David Prosser, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of endeavor
Noun
  • The ‘seven-year jinx’ — the K-pop industry’s shorthand for the contract expiration point at which groups typically fracture — did not claim TWICE on schedule, but in a way, has just claimed its first member now.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Bally's has threatened to sue the city over the potential expansion of video gambling terminals in the city, which the company said is a breach of its contract.
    — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 10 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
  • Individualist societies typically focus on independence within social groups, encouraging personal expression, and are more accepting of differences — and are typically found in Western countries, according to studies.
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
  • To combat this, job seekers are urged to ask detailed questions about role changes, daily challenges, and expectations from multiple interviewers, ensuring radical transparency before accepting an offer.
    — Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of accepting
Noun
  • This is a dynastic struggle rooted in antiquated monarchical, patriarchal belief systems.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The shot that exemplified Sabalenka’s struggles occurred in the second set.
    — Lukas Weese, New York Times, 9 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
  • Seat counts have stopped predicting anything, which means the pricing model underneath thirty years of enterprise software is now unstable in both directions, and everybody selling it knows.
    — Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The four suspects all face a charge of engaging in a continuing criminal gang, organization or enterprise.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 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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