- past tense form of undertake.
undertook
Americanverb
verb
Example Sentences
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In 1968 and 1969, Mr. Rollins undertook other extended breaks to explore his spiritual side in Jamaica, at an ashram in India and in Brooklyn, N.Y.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
But even as Steyer undertook his public transformation from investor to climate activist, his firm continued to make decisions out of step with his newfound commitment.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
Until hours before the first strike, Emirati officials undertook intensive diplomatic efforts from Tehran to Washington.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
The company reaffirmed its strong commitment to equality of opportunity in employment and undertook to ensure that its management and staff are aware of their obligations under equality law.
From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026
“Now,” he pursued, “you remember what you’ve undertook, and you remember that young man, and you get home!”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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