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underway

[uhn-der-wey, uhn-der-wey] / ˈʌn dərˌweɪ, ˈʌn dərˈweɪ /


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The force said inquiries to identify the pedestrian and next of kin were underway.

From BBC Jul. 29, 2026

“Our transformation is well underway, and we’re executing with discipline on our priorities to deliver durable, profitable growth over the long term,” Lores said in a release.

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

Alexander told The Times that two of the California Voter Foundation’s 10 recommendations — providing election officials with more funding and encouraging voters to cast ballots earlier or in person — are already underway.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

Once underway, it could produce far greater ice loss than near-term climate projections alone would suggest.

From Science Daily Jul. 23, 2026

Nansi then turns away from me—the ritual is nearly underway.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer



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