ascended
Example Sentences
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Colbert ascended to the pinnacle of US late-night TV when he was named host of the CBS flagship, shedding the character and employing his own voice.
From Barron's • May 21, 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
A sizable minority of well-off shoppers have always been frugal, perhaps because they grew up modestly and kept those habits when they ascended into the upper middle class.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
Rock climber Alex Honnold, a California native, has ascended the Taipei 101 skyscraper without any ropes or protective equipment.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
He ascended the steps quickly, and Martin made room for Moss to join the group around the pulpit.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
