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went about

VERB

undertake

Synonyms

STRONGEST

set about

WEAK

approach be employed begin devote oneself to engage in get busy with occupy oneself with tackle work at

Example Sentences

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He testified that he went about 200 to 300 feet up, to where piles of hose were being dropped.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Though not one of the standout stars of Sir Alex Ferguson's reign, the legendary Scottish boss loved his fellow countryman for the understated way he went about his job.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

The cricket was short and sharp, very tricky, heavily favoured to the bowlers, but today we went about it exactly the right way.

From Barron's • Dec. 27, 2025

But it was not just about stopping what Arsenal could do, but also how Sunderland went about the game themselves.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025

All day Ranofer went about his duties mechanically, forcing himself to abide by his own decision that he and Heqet should not be seen in conversation.

From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw