as in rises
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 ascends
The trail to the summit ascends the mountain’s south ridge.
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John Meyer, Denver Post, 26 May 2026
An elevator ascends from the entrance vestibule to the main level, where an open living room flows into a dining area with a separate seating nook and fireplace.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
Located about 35 miles east of Seattle, the mountain's popular hiking trail ascends more than 3,000 feet over the course of just a handful of miles, according to the Washington Trails Association.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Unless Buium hits quickly, Rossi ascends greater than can be reasonably expected and Elias Pettersson’s career makes a miraculous turnaround, the likely declines of eventual 30-year-olds Boeser, DeBrusk, Hronek and Marcus Pettersson are a major factor.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 11 May 2026
As Frances ascends in the art world, Avery flails financially and emotionally — and the nationwide Adderall shortage isn’t helping.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
The road ascends more than 7,000 feet, topping out at 14,130 feet above sea level at the summit of Mount Blue Sky peak (formerly Mount Evans).
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
Upon entering, you’re immediately led to a beech staircase that ascends to the upper level.
—Ludovica Stevan, Architectural Digest, 21 Apr. 2026
We're lifted out of the darkness this time, though, as a blinding light appears and Daniel ascends.
—Daryl Baxter, Space.com, 14 Apr. 2026
John Meyer, Denver Post, 26 May 2026
An elevator ascends from the entrance vestibule to the main level, where an open living room flows into a dining area with a separate seating nook and fireplace.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
Located about 35 miles east of Seattle, the mountain's popular hiking trail ascends more than 3,000 feet over the course of just a handful of miles, according to the Washington Trails Association.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Unless Buium hits quickly, Rossi ascends greater than can be reasonably expected and Elias Pettersson’s career makes a miraculous turnaround, the likely declines of eventual 30-year-olds Boeser, DeBrusk, Hronek and Marcus Pettersson are a major factor.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 11 May 2026
As Frances ascends in the art world, Avery flails financially and emotionally — and the nationwide Adderall shortage isn’t helping.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 30 Apr. 2026
The road ascends more than 7,000 feet, topping out at 14,130 feet above sea level at the summit of Mount Blue Sky peak (formerly Mount Evans).
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
Upon entering, you’re immediately led to a beech staircase that ascends to the upper level.
—Ludovica Stevan, Architectural Digest, 21 Apr. 2026
We're lifted out of the darkness this time, though, as a blinding light appears and Daniel ascends.
—Daryl Baxter, Space.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ascends
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Historic elements of the former hotel remain today, including a grand piano and white stone, spiral staircase that rises up to the second-floor banquet rooms.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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The Love Goddess Venus rises in your 10th House of Career and Status, standing opposite cosmic detective Pluto in your 4th House of Home, so public goals confront private truths that need recognition.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Long before the sun climbs high, a boat eases into the waters of Lake Maumelle.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 June 2026
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Matt Damon climbs into a Trojan horse for a bit filmed for Jimmy Kimmel Live!—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
21 June 2026
Verb
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In the photo, the aircraft soars in the sky beneath a yellow parachute.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
11 June 2026
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Where this installment really soars, however, is in the development of Rocky and Apollo’s relationship.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 June 2026
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“Ascends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ascends. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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