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undertakes

/ˌʌndərˈteɪks/ /ˌʌndərteɪks/

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verb

To take upon oneself; to start, to embark on (a specific task etc.).

Examples :

"The company undertakes a major renovation of its headquarters next month. "

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To commit oneself (to an obligation, activity etc.).

Examples :

"He undertook to exercise more in future."

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To overtake on the wrong side.

Examples :

"I hate people who try and undertake on the motorway."

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verb

To pledge; to assert, assure; to dare say.

Examples :

"He undertakes that the project will be finished on time. "

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To take by trickery; to trap, to seize upon.

Examples :

"The con artist undertakes unsuspecting tourists by offering them a "free" tour, only to later demand exorbitant fees. "

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verb

To assume, as a character; to take on.

Examples :

"The actor undertakes the role of Hamlet for the upcoming play. "

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To engage with; to attack, take on in a fight.

Examples :

"The company undertakes ambitious new projects every year to stay competitive in the market. "

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To have knowledge of; to hear.

Examples :

"While rare in modern English, the archaic meaning of "undertakes" to mean "hears" can be illustrated like this: "The judge undertakes the defendant's plea, but remains unconvinced." "

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verb

To have or take charge of.

Examples :

"The construction company undertakes large bridge projects. "

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