went under

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But Standard Oil finally went under the knife in 1911, split into 34 separate companies that sometimes seem like they are bent on reunifying.

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

In Tampa, Fla., 16% of homes that went under contract in February did so within seven days of going on the market, according to Zillow.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

The typical home that went under contract in February spent 66 days on the market—the slowest pace in a decade for this time of year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

In 2007, Taylor - who went under her maiden name at the time - registered her business name, Katie Perry, and applied for a trademark.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

As they went under the South Fork bridge, the current began to slow.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone