undertake

[uhn-der-teyk] / ˌʌn dərˈteɪk /

VERB

attempt, engage in

Synonyms

STRONGEST

begin commence guarantee initiate launch offer shoulder tackle try

STRONG

agree bargain commit contract covenant devote embark endeavor hazard move pledge promise stake stipulate venture volunteer

WEAK

address oneself answer for commit oneself enter upon fall into go about go for go in for go into have a hand in have a try make a run at pitch in set about set in motion set out take on take the plunge take upon oneself try out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cease complete conclude deny end finish neglect refuse stop

STRONG

break disagree discourage stay

WEAK

abstain forego forget

Example Sentences

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European clubs regularly undertake off-season tours to gain match practice and build their international profile, with the United States a common destination.

From Barron's

It said it had undertaken a review because the site was developed further, and was "satisfied the previous findings remain valid".

From BBC

Detectives have been undertaking a UK-wide investigation to identify the owners of each of the dead dogs.

From BBC

Buckingham Palace at the time said the duke would “continue to support business in the U.K.,” adding that he “will undertake trade engagements if requested.”

From The Wall Street Journal

It has ceased trading while administrators "undertake a detailed review of the company's assets and liabilities and explore the best route", he added.

From BBC

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