ascent

Example Sentences

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Shortly after the initial ascent, the rocket’s upper stage separated from the main part of the SLS rocket and began flying with the Orion crew vehicle attached to it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Coogler's rapid ascent onto Hollywood's A list was hardly likely back when he was intending to major in chemistry at college.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Brewdog's meteoric ascent from garage start-up to unicorn had been one of Scotland's best and brightest business success stories.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Though they still would like to make “Luna Likes” if given the chance, for now, Jimenez and McMechan will continue their rapid ascent.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

Every night she shrank from the moment when she and Judith must make the dread ascent to the upstairs chamber with only the meager comfort of a warming pan.

From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare