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undergo

[uhn-der-goh] / ˌʌn dərˈgoʊ /


Usage

What is another way to say undergo?

Undergo usually refers to the bearing or enduring of something hard, difficult, disagreeable, or dangerous: to undergo severe hardships, an operation. Experience implies being affected by what one meets with: to experience a change of heart, bitter disappointment.


Example Sentences

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These patients often undergo radiotherapy near the mouth, which can damage salivary glands and reduce saliva production.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Baffert said the filly appeared OK but would undergo diagnostic tests to be sure.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

And beyond his outsize presence on the course, Woods has played a leading role reshaping the PGA Tour while it prepares to undergo significant change.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

He said he would like his body to undergo terramation, when his time finally comes.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

“We have never forced anyone to undergo the Claiming before they were ready. The Pandavas were always trained, at least!”

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi