embarked upon

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But the couple derived their sense of purpose from the arduous journeys embarked upon by their relatives, as well as from the stories of the modern immigrants with whom the two women worked professionally.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Returning players, meanwhile, were firmly looking forward as well, trying to keep the memories of last October’s postseason run in the past as they embarked upon a championship defense.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2025

I embarked upon a role as his factotum in Washington.

From Slate • Nov. 1, 2024

I suppose I really embarked upon this theme a few weeks ago.

From New York Times • Dec. 6, 2023

Her niece Minou has noted more than once the irony of Dedd’s “new” profession, actually embarked upon a decade ago, after her divorce.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez