descended
Example Sentences
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They entered the global stage as Yemen descended into civil war more than a decade ago when the ragtag militia fighters stormed Sanaa and ousted the government from most population centres.
From Barron's
As she descended the stage stairs back into the crowd, Kang exclaimed “yay” while holding her gleaming statuette.
From Los Angeles Times
But while his fever eventually lifted, frighteningly intense cognitive symptoms descended.
From Los Angeles Times
Dozens of emergency vehicles with lights flashing descended on the scene, as police closed several major streets around the White House.
From Barron's
In an increasingly common break from the norm, thousands have descended on Spanish destinations - in particular Benidorm - to watch the racing from Prestbury Park.
From BBC
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