ascended

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Both have been competing for California’s pivotal Latino vote, and the former Los Angeles mayor’s attacks have become increasingly aggressive as Becerra has ascended in the governor’s race.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Even when he ascended to the White House, he deployed the expression liberally, often aiming it at his staff and Cabinet members.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

The gunfire did not appear to faze tourists, who ascended Morro Dois Irmaos at dawn on Tuesday to watch the sunrise over Rio's sweeping panorama of mountains and curved beaches.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

The role was first created in the 12th century and Lord Carrington - the son of a former Conservative cabinet minister - has held the office since King Charles ascended to the throne in 2022.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

At eleven o’clock President Cleveland ascended the stairs to the speakers’ platform, erected outside at the east end of the Administration Building, and took his seat, the signal for the ceremony to begin.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson