ascending

Example Sentences

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

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Ternus joined as a mechanical engineer in 2001, before ascending to the leadership team in 2013.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 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

“Hey, Mr. Patterson,” I said, ascending the steps.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen