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undertaking

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verb

present participle of undertake

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of undertaking
Noun
Municipal bonds have become a significant part of building new stadium projects because these undertakings are seen as an important part of the local economy, explained Dan Close, head of municipals at Nuveen. Michelle Fox, CNBC, 6 Feb. 2025 Moving nearly two million people, rebuilding Gaza's infrastructure, as well as a society from the ground up, is an undertaking of monumental scale. Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Verb
Of 200 to 300 generative AI experiments the typical large company is undertaking, some 10 to 15 result in widespread internal rollouts, and perhaps one or two get released to customers, according to the Globe. Peter Cohan, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024 While their public engagements are more limited than normal, the King is undertaking private engagements, as well. Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for undertaking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undertaking
Noun
  • Polar research and expeditions were considered inherently masculine endeavors unsuitable for women during the heroic age of Antarctic exploration, which began in 1897 and lasted until 1922.
    Nicole Edenedo, AFAR Media, 3 Mar. 2025
  • Balancing Innovation With Care Standards Driving innovation in healthcare is a complex but rewarding endeavor.
    Jacob Kupietzky, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Perez's contract was cut short following a significant drop in form after his May extension, culminating in an eighth-place championship finish – his worst since joining Red Bull.
    Dan Cancian, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
  • Smith had also desired a new contract, and the Seahawks were willing to play ball.
    Jeff Howe, The Athletic, 8 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • This article is part of a De Los initiative to expand coverage of the Inland Empire with funding from the Cultivating Inland Empire Latino Opportunity (CIELO) Fund at the Inland Empire Community Foundation.
    Daniel Eduardo Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2025
  • The new division’s first initiative aims to beef up content tied to History.com.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Patient demand increases should inspire us to rethink traditional staffing models and apply a balanced approach to accepting change in healthcare delivery.
    Corey Scurlock, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • And yet, despite accepting the reality of the injury and what lies ahead of him, Moe Wagner searched for the good in the situation while keeping a smile on his face Monday.
    Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • At that point, Zelenskyy interjected, bringing up the struggles his country has faced over the last decade, prompting Vance and Trump to shout at the Ukrainian president.
    Molly Nagle, ABC News, 1 Mar. 2025
  • What To Know The pope has faced ongoing health struggles which have sparked speculation about decisions by the Catholic Church on the upcoming Easter celebrations.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 1 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Zelenskyy had warned repeatedly ahead of his trip to Washington, D.C., that, in order to reach a mineral agreement, Kyiv needed these security assurances.
    Caitlin McFall, Fox News, 28 Feb. 2025
  • Time and time again, Russia has flouted those assurances.
    John Shelton, National Review, 28 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • However, the enterprise software giant’s AI business is picking up steam, which should propel the stock higher over time.
    Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2025
  • When implementing an enterprise browser, organizations often face unforeseen challenges that can hinder progress and adoption.
    Ashish Khanna, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • As such, even assuming that some more tariffs are put on, the potential impact on China's economy overall is likely to be limited.
    Brendan Ahern, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Parents and guardians can receive a $2,000-per-child tax credit, assuming the child being claimed was under the age of 17 in 2024.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025

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“Undertaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undertaking. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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