as in ascent
the act or an instance of rising or climbing up
her ascension from the freshman to the varsity team was evidence of how much she had improved in one season
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Recent Examples of ascension
The Jazz are working to scale up but can be patient in their attempt at ascension.
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Bobby Krivitsky, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Thanks to the rapid ascension of brands like Ganni and Saks Potts in recent years, Danish fashion has become a global sensation with its unusual silhouettes, playful colors and patterns, and effortless, bike-ready vibe.
—Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 1 July 2025
A lot of stats bear this late-season ascension out.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2025
Two years later, McGregor scored a breakthrough TKO victory at the Garden, treating Dennis Siver like a punching bag amid his rapid ascension to superstardom.
—Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 13 June 2025
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Bobby Krivitsky, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Thanks to the rapid ascension of brands like Ganni and Saks Potts in recent years, Danish fashion has become a global sensation with its unusual silhouettes, playful colors and patterns, and effortless, bike-ready vibe.
—Stephanie Sporn, Vogue, 1 July 2025
A lot of stats bear this late-season ascension out.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2025
Two years later, McGregor scored a breakthrough TKO victory at the Garden, treating Dennis Siver like a punching bag amid his rapid ascension to superstardom.
—Justin Barrasso, Boston Herald, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ascension
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There are more mountains to climbs on the final stage, which features three difficult ascents and a climb to the finish in Châtel.—
Sophie Kaufman,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Now a star in his own right, Ozzy married his manager, Sharon Arden, July 4, 1982, and continued his ascent to rock stardom.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
23 July 2025
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In addition to hiring both a trainer and nutritionist, Tobin prepared for the physical aspect of the climb by running up and down an Olympic-style ski jump and sand dunes.—
Abigail Adams,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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Defending champion Tadej Pogačar launched a signature attack on the final climb to Pla d'Adet, taking both the stage win and a time advantage over his main rivals.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 July 2025
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“Ascension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ascension. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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