as in to endure
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 undergo Maradona, world-famous for scoring the goal that won Argentina the 1986 World Cup, died at the age of 60 due to heart failure in November 2020, days after undergoing surgery for a subdural hematoma. Abel Alvarado, CNN Money, 29 May 2025 The proposed 88-mile railway at the heart of the case, linking the oil-rich Uinta Basin of Utah with the national rail network in Colorado, has undergone years of environmental study. Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 29 May 2025 Originally built in 1970, the main residence underwent a comprehensive renovation in 2016. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 29 May 2025 The citywide system of tornado sirens was being replaced and had undergone testing Thursday, according to Russell. Julia Vargas Jones, CNN Money, 19 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for undergo
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  • And any enduring culture has answers for parents — traditions around feeding, rest, socialization, purpose and the transition to adulthood.
    Mathilde Ross, CNBC, 31 May 2025
  • With only $276 million in debt and $2.2 billion in cash, this company is well-equipped to endure uncertainties.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
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  • The digital transformation of fashion at the festival represents not just a change in how attendees prepare for the event, but a fundamental shift in how style is experienced, curated, and showcased on the global stage.
    Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
  • Both English teams have been experiencing frustrating, parallel worlds as the pair have struggled mightily in the Premier League.
    David Close, CNN Money, 22 May 2025
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  • Billy has had an illustrious career over the years.
    Nicholas Rice, People.com, 25 May 2025
  • As symbols of Floyd’s place in history have faded, so too have hopes for federal police reform, commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion and American optimism about the future of racial justice.
    N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 25 May 2025
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  • The South African government has also been a vocal defender of Palestinians in Gaza who have seen their homes destroyed and access to food cut off by the Israeli military, a position that’s frustrated Trump administration officials.
    Brian Bennett, Time, 22 May 2025
  • But the company said shoppers may still see price hikes as early as July.
    Serenah McKay, Arkansas Online, 22 May 2025

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“Undergo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undergo. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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