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
The data behind fashion PR disruption The numbers tell a compelling story about Baden Bower’s rapid ascent.
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Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 14 July 2025
Fichtner will play Harry Dempsey, the steady father figure who has guided Abe’s (Scipio) rapid ascent in the real estate world.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 9 July 2025
Not to mention, they’re fitted with moderate cushioning and super grippy outsoles for both your ascent and descent, no matter how tough the hike.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2025
This, then, was Oasis in the raw, a throwback to their unstoppable ascent in much smaller venues than this rather than the enormo-dome gigs of their latter years.
—Mark Sutherland, Variety, 4 July 2025
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Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 14 July 2025
Fichtner will play Harry Dempsey, the steady father figure who has guided Abe’s (Scipio) rapid ascent in the real estate world.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 9 July 2025
Not to mention, they’re fitted with moderate cushioning and super grippy outsoles for both your ascent and descent, no matter how tough the hike.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2025
This, then, was Oasis in the raw, a throwback to their unstoppable ascent in much smaller venues than this rather than the enormo-dome gigs of their latter years.
—Mark Sutherland, Variety, 4 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ascent
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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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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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Already, relations are strained after Harry and Meghan stepped back from their royal duties and swapped life in the U.K. for the hills of California following a bitter family dispute.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
22 July 2025
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My community in Rancho San Diego is surrounded by hills.—
Faith Barton,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 July 2025
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This is Fortune 500 Power Moves, a weekly column tracking executive shifts—from appointments and promotions to resignations and retirements—within the highest ranks of Fortune 500 companies.—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
25 July 2025
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That earned him a promotion to Triple-A Albuquerque on July 18.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
25 July 2025
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Kawamura’s flashy passing and playmaking fueled his ascension as the 2023 MVP of the B.League, the top flight in Japan.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
19 July 2025
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His work ethic and drive spearhead his ascension to a first-round MLB pick.—
Devon Henderson,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
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As such, Raleigh's new icon will likely be best suited to slight inclines and fairly level city streets.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 July 2025
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There’s a slight incline before the trail levels out and travels along the hillside, overlooking the park and nearby elementary school.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2025
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Horton said summer is always the busiest, with the program planning several events each month to combat the rise in homicides and violent crimes as the weather warms.—
Keely Doll,
The Courier-Journal,
23 July 2025
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Their findings add strong evidence that the rise of animal husbandry forever shaped humanity’s relationship with disease, though the timing defied their expectations.—
Christian Thorsberg,
Smithsonian Magazine,
23 July 2025
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This clearly demonstrates both innovative leadership and potential vulnerability for future advancements.—
Russell Sarder,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Some Western governments have previously linked Iran's space program to ballistic missile advancement, and this latest test is expected to factor into ongoing diplomatic discussions, including those related to Iran's nuclear program.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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“Ascent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ascent. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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