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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
She was diagnosed with stage 1 invasive ductal carcinoma and underwent a double mastectomy on July 3, followed by reconstructive surgery, four rounds of chemotherapy and a year of immunotherapy treatment through September 2024.
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Joanne Fowler, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
At only a few days old, Billy underwent what would be the first of multiple surgeries to repair his heart.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025
Demand is on the rise for more cruises, so beginning in 2026 A&K will partner with Crystal Cruises’ Serenity, a ship that just underwent a major overhaul in 2023.
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Rival private company LandSpace has been developing its own reusable vehicle, the Zhuque-3, which underwent a trial in June.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2025
Merrill Kelly underwent the same surgery that Wheeler will undergo on Tuesday.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
The future of that pool had been in doubts for years, but it was saved and underwent a year long, $15 million restoration project.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Sep. 2025
All participants underwent yearly cognitive testing, including brain imaging in some cases, to analyze the potential link between brain changes and the sleep disorder.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 16 Sep. 2025
City spokesman Tyler Becker said previously that the project underwent a General Development Plan amendment process in 2023 that included three public meetings and concluded with Parks and Recreation Board approval in February 2024.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
Joanne Fowler, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
At only a few days old, Billy underwent what would be the first of multiple surgeries to repair his heart.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025
Demand is on the rise for more cruises, so beginning in 2026 A&K will partner with Crystal Cruises’ Serenity, a ship that just underwent a major overhaul in 2023.
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Rival private company LandSpace has been developing its own reusable vehicle, the Zhuque-3, which underwent a trial in June.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2025
Merrill Kelly underwent the same surgery that Wheeler will undergo on Tuesday.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
The future of that pool had been in doubts for years, but it was saved and underwent a year long, $15 million restoration project.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Sep. 2025
All participants underwent yearly cognitive testing, including brain imaging in some cases, to analyze the potential link between brain changes and the sleep disorder.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 16 Sep. 2025
City spokesman Tyler Becker said previously that the project underwent a General Development Plan amendment process in 2023 that included three public meetings and concluded with Parks and Recreation Board approval in February 2024.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underwent
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Although large crowds attended the NASCAR weekend, the series experienced a variety of issues and will not return to Mexico in 2026.—
Bruce Martin,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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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,
13 Sep. 2025
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At the time, Syed and his loved ones, who strongly believed in his innocence, had little hope that his conviction would be overturned.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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Wenatchee Police Department Decker, whom his ex-wife described to authorities as homeless and experiencing mental health issues, had a planned visitation with their daughters a few days before their bodies were found.—
Matt Lavietes,
NBC news,
19 Sep. 2025
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Pep Guardiola has endured his worst start to a league season (three points from three games) and Ruben Amorim’s side only just edged past Burnley last time out, having been eliminated from the Carabao Cup by fourth-tier Grimsby Town earlier in the week.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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For the next six years, Kira endured a rigorous drug treatment regime and was frequently in and out of hospitals.—
Ruchi Kumar,
NPR,
14 Sep. 2025
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The trees were cut down, sawed in half, hollowed out and tied back together for the musicians to use.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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Fanatics shared the moment Tennessee Titans first overall pick, quarterback Cam Ward, saw Brady pop up on the screen to give him some wise words.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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She was airlifted to a hospital in San Antonio, but had suffered extensive burns and succumbed to her injuries the next day.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Sep. 2025
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Unfortunately, on Wednesday during practice, the Steelers suffered a scary injury.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Underwent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underwent. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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