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ascending

[uh-sen-ding] / əˈsɛn dɪŋ /








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“When China is ascending to become a global power, that makes your choice much easier,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

"Mogging", for example, means being better looking than another man, and "ascending" is becoming better looking.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

“The ServiceNow terminal value is actually ascending as evidenced by the RPO,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

Since ascending to the throne of St. Peter, Leo has frequently clashed with the administration on issues ranging from immigration to foreign policy, emphasizing humanitarian concerns and diplomacy over force.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

This time, she had left the beach behind entirely; she was floating, hovering up high, ascending toward the glass windows set into thick, frozen walls.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo




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