1
as in climb
the act or an instance of rising or climbing up
our plane broke through some heavy low clouds during its ascent and leveled off once we were above them
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2
as in hill
an upward slope
we'd reached the final ascent of the trail to the summit
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3
as in promotion
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position
his long, gradual ascent into the ranks of management
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Recent Examples of ascent
Aries travelers will be drawn to Maui’s pristine scuba diving, hikes to cascading waterfalls, and the breathtaking ascent around the sacred Haleakala volcano.
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Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
Mount Lemmon, the tallest peak in the Santa Catalina Mountains, is a premier climbing destination with more than 2,700 routes ranging from beginner-friendly crags to expert-level ascents.
—Visit Tucson, AFAR Media, 21 Mar. 2025
This should have been the perfect atmosphere for Smith to revel in his ascent to the pinnacle of sports media.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2025
Then identify the physical feats your ascent will require (e.g. 3,000-foot ascent with a 25-pound pack, 200 vertical feet of ice climbing, three pitches of 5.8 rock climbing) and set training check points in your calendar that match these goals.
—Sean McNally, Outdoor Life, 13 Mar. 2025
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Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
Mount Lemmon, the tallest peak in the Santa Catalina Mountains, is a premier climbing destination with more than 2,700 routes ranging from beginner-friendly crags to expert-level ascents.
—Visit Tucson, AFAR Media, 21 Mar. 2025
This should have been the perfect atmosphere for Smith to revel in his ascent to the pinnacle of sports media.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2025
Then identify the physical feats your ascent will require (e.g. 3,000-foot ascent with a 25-pound pack, 200 vertical feet of ice climbing, three pitches of 5.8 rock climbing) and set training check points in your calendar that match these goals.
—Sean McNally, Outdoor Life, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ascent
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The mayor was facing a steep climb in a crowded field of Democrats.—
James Barron,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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The president is sure to take notice as his party braces for an uphill climb in its effort to retain its House majority next year.—
Julia Manchester,
The Hill,
2 Apr. 2025
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Taking opportunities away from athletes as a potentially redundant competitive balance measure would be an odd hill for the NCAA to die on.—
Joe Sabin,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Avoid open fields, hill peaks, or ridge tops.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Apr. 2025
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Such was the case this past week when all of the major news was focused on multiple beloved wrestlers leaving their respected promotions.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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In addition to postings, the bill would require employers to provide the same compensation information: To job applicants upon request and before any compensation discussion or offer; To employees at the time of hire, transfer, or promotion; And once per calendar year, if requested.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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April is when the constellations of winter like Orion the Hunter begin to make their last great stand in the western sky while Leo the Lion and other spring constellations continue their ascension in the eastern heavens.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
30 Mar. 2025
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The efforts to sway Vucic and maintain close ties to Belgrade were seen as integral to the Serbia-Kosovo normalization process and their path toward European Union ascension.—
Chris Massaro,
Fox News,
17 Mar. 2025
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Pro tip: Ratchet up the incline to engage more of your hamstrings and glutes, or to prepare for a run or hike on hilly terrain.—
Cindy Kuzma,
SELF,
24 Mar. 2025
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Phoenix is a springtime magnet for outdoors lovers as well, and many visitors gravitate to the spectacular hike up the steep inclines and rocky surfaces of Camelback Mountain’s Cholla Trail.—
Cindy Barks,
AFAR Media,
27 Feb. 2025
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Logins And Passwords With the rise of agentic AI, many more of us will find ourselves using AI that’s capable of connecting to and using third-party services.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Biden offered parole and protected status to millions – on an unprecedented scale – infuriating many Americans who grew frustrated with the sharp rise in immigration.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA Today,
6 Apr. 2025
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Chou also pointed to the importance of quantum’s advancements in the medical space.—
Rachel Curry,
CNBC,
6 Apr. 2025
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Still remaining true to its origins, the company is propelled by technological advancements in the sportswear arena, but also cementing its place in the books with important athletic sponsorships and fashion-forward designs, including culturally relevant collaborations.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Ascent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ascent. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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