1
as in climb
the act or an instance of rising or climbing up
our plane broke through some heavy low clouds during its ascent and leveled off once we were above them
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as in hill
an upward slope
we'd reached the final ascent of the trail to the summit
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as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
his long, gradual ascent into the ranks of management
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Recent Examples of ascent
In a move that signals the continuing ascent of digital creators, popular YouTuber and multiplatform content producer Alan Chikin Chow has opened a new 10,000-square-foot production studio space in Los Angeles.
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Rachel Seo, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
While wide receiver George Pickens continues his ascent to No. 1 receiver since Russell Wilson’s debut, the Steelers lack a secondary threat to open up the passing game.
—Scott Phillips, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
This is proven by the impressive ascent of the country, the very opposite of what happens here in Brazil.
—Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Lake Street Dive’s ascent from its music school roots to Manhattan’s largest concert stage is a story of an old-fashioned work ethic in an era of overnight TikTok stars.
—Glenn Peoples, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2024
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Rachel Seo, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
While wide receiver George Pickens continues his ascent to No. 1 receiver since Russell Wilson’s debut, the Steelers lack a secondary threat to open up the passing game.
—Scott Phillips, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
This is proven by the impressive ascent of the country, the very opposite of what happens here in Brazil.
—Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Lake Street Dive’s ascent from its music school roots to Manhattan’s largest concert stage is a story of an old-fashioned work ethic in an era of overnight TikTok stars.
—Glenn Peoples, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ascent
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Spun off from its parent company during the Covid-19 pandemic, Siemens Energy has been on a roller coaster over the past 18 months — from a near-death drop to a dizzying climb of over 310% this year.Sam Meredith,Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024
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If past is prologue, Patel may face an uphill climb to even get the entirety of his own party on board.Chris Coons, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
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Given the lack of economic opportunities in the area at the time, Ryan left home after high school, working at a ski hill and then in construction before enrolling in a tourism program at university.Sofia Perez, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Mojave Desert’s gold rush sparks a mini real estate boom Apparently there’s still gold in them hills.Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
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In the past, such roles have offered fertile ground for graft, especially bribes for promotions.Nectar Gan, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
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If reports are to be believed, this may not be the last time he'll be seen with the popular promotion.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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Longshore's ascension has been nothing short of meteoric.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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To start, as a Hermés and bespoke suit-wearing pundit, his ascension is perceived as distance.Julian Randall, Essence, 4 Dec. 2024
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The trail includes rocks, loose sand, gravel and some steep, narrow inclines.Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 18 Dec. 2024
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Do your first workout on a gradual incline, like 2%, and increase the incline by 1-2% each week.Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 11 Dec. 2024
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Livestreaming in the Era of AI Speed’s meteoric rise underscores the unparalleled connection that livestreaming offers between creators and fans.Jon Youshaei, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The lofty valuation, however, hasn’t stopped the stock’s monstrous rise over the years.Jeff Marks, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2024
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
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In an environment of rapid technological advancement and evolving trade policies, semiconductor capital equipment companies are positioned to thrive.John Buckingham, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Ascent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ascent. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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