descent

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In Hialeah, where nearly three out of four residents are of Cuban descent, there is no question that shipments are a must.

From Barron's

The athletes are required to employ all their technical nous to transition efficiently, stripping off reusable 'skins' that give their skis grip for climbing so they can freely ski down two descents.

From Barron's

The deal has also not gone down well with many people of Chagossian descent, who were granted the right to claim British citizenship in 2022.

From BBC

The mixed team relay sees teams of one man and one woman completing four alternate laps of the course, with two ascents and two descents per lap.

From BBC

The sprint events consist of both an ascent and descent, with athletes sprinting uphill with skins on their skis to provide traction.

From BBC