go under

Example Sentences

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When you go under, your brain doesn’t just sleep.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Dixon, who represented parts of west and south central L.A., also pushed for the subway to go under Pico Boulevard instead of Wilshire.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Six weeks later, Alastair, who is originally from Kingussie, had to go under the knife for a further three-and-a-half hours after results from the first surgery showed a small amount of tumour was still present.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Homes that go under contract don’t close immediately—meaning the data reflects market conditions a month or so prior.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

Only way to find out is to go under.

From "Al Capone Does My Shirts" by Gennifer Choldenko