ascending 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of ascendingnext
as in ascendant

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ascending

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verb

present participle of ascend
as in rising
to move or extend upward the path ascended so steeply at one point that we had to scramble up on our hands and knees

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Recent Examples of ascending
Adjective
The deal done at the dawn of an expected recession reflects both the declining fortunes of many conventional shopping centers and the potential for growth in an economically ascending part of the city. — Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2020 An ascending team that will play with more leads, Garrett, Ward & Co. should have more opportunities to record sacks and interceptions, respectively. 14. — Kevin Hanson, SI.com, 2 Aug. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ascending
  1. ascendant
  2. rising
  3. climbing
Adjective
  • Whether Carr really is a hardcore ideologue or simply an opportunist using the ascendant ideology to gain attention is debated in regulatory circles.
    — Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Per the Statesman, the festival used free RSVPs to fill showcases by artists like ascendant pop star Benson Boone, while other artists like country breakout Megan Moroney couldn’t even sell out the 2,750-capacity ACL Live with those free passes.
    — Justin Curto, Vulture, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of ascendant
Verb
  • With prices still rising after the Covid-19 pandemic caused inflation to spike, shoppers at high and low income level are flocking to stores providing the best prices on commodities.
    — Peter Cohan, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
  • The Consumer Pulse report showed that 51 percent of shoppers are anxious about the rising cost of living driven by higher energy and housing costs in the winter months.
    — Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of rising
Verb
  • Bitcoin has rebounded to over $100,000 after a lull during the holiday period, climbing along with stock markets.
    — Billy Bambrough, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Every child should know the awe of watching the sun rise over a pristine lake, the challenge of climbing a rugged trail, and the quiet of a night sky untouched by city lights.
    — Alex Stout, Baltimore Sun, 5 Jan. 2025
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