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 underwent
Since its acquisition, Frye underwent a series of changes.
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Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
Participants underwent daily sessions for 40 days over the course of two months, and in a follow-up study, the benefits lasted for at least a year.
—Clarissa Brincat, Scientific American, 1 June 2026
According to an Instagram story posted by the pitcher, Graterol recently underwent back surgery after suffering a new injury while attempting to work his way back to the major leagues.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi recently underwent surgery, and now his NHL career has been put on pause.
—Mark Harris, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
With his country flailing in their pitiful attempts to qualify for the 2006 World Cup, at the age of 33, Zidane underwent his change of heart.
—Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 31 May 2026
In the following months, Hulst underwent alternative cancer treatment in Mexico.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 30 May 2026
Brazilian midfielder Igor Jesus underwent surgery last August to repair a torn ACL and is training individually on the field with the performance staff.
—Josh Gross, Daily News, 25 May 2026
The Trojans posted a nearly perfect 32-1 record at Dedeaux Field in their first season back, after the venue underwent two years of renovations.
—Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
Participants underwent daily sessions for 40 days over the course of two months, and in a follow-up study, the benefits lasted for at least a year.
—Clarissa Brincat, Scientific American, 1 June 2026
According to an Instagram story posted by the pitcher, Graterol recently underwent back surgery after suffering a new injury while attempting to work his way back to the major leagues.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi recently underwent surgery, and now his NHL career has been put on pause.
—Mark Harris, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
With his country flailing in their pitiful attempts to qualify for the 2006 World Cup, at the age of 33, Zidane underwent his change of heart.
—Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 31 May 2026
In the following months, Hulst underwent alternative cancer treatment in Mexico.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 30 May 2026
Brazilian midfielder Igor Jesus underwent surgery last August to repair a torn ACL and is training individually on the field with the performance staff.
—Josh Gross, Daily News, 25 May 2026
The Trojans posted a nearly perfect 32-1 record at Dedeaux Field in their first season back, after the venue underwent two years of renovations.
—Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underwent
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Jansen had previously experienced discomfort in his right groin after an April 15 outing against the Royals.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The right footwear for your activity of choice can also spare you from foot pain, unneccesary stress on the knees, conditions like plantar fasciitis, and sudden fatigue experienced during exercise.—
Amina Ayoud,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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But as of Tuesday evening, Wasserman Schultz’s opponents had yet to agree on who should carry that torch.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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Still, there are pleasures to be had in the slow build and, as Con and Doane have found, in the comfort of lives lived in just the particular way these men have decided to live them.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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In those terms, the Kennedys have endured more than their share.—
Stephen Schaefer,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Douglas County Sheriff's Office The victim also endured other family members declaring in court that Campos was not guilty of the crimes, one prosecutor later said.—
Logan Smith,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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Moving a blade back and forth to try to saw biscuits apart will make their layers stick (and ruin the rise).—
Ella Quittner,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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Ruggeri says that, in comparison to saw palmetto, which gets far more attention.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
19 Feb. 2026
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During the chaos, a 22-year-old soldier reportedly suffered broken ribs and a punctured lung, though officials said his injuries were not life-threatening.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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But it's been seven years since Lightsail 2's launch, and NASA's latest test flight of an advanced solar sail design suffered deployment glitches and ended up tumbling in space.—
Kiona N. Smith,
Space.com,
31 May 2026
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“Underwent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underwent. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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