descended
Example Sentences
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Much has been written about the women who support Clancy, including those who have descended into conspiracy theorizing.
From Slate ● Sep. 5, 2026
The collapse swept up vast quantities of loose material as it descended, helping create an exceptionally destructive and fast-moving flow.
From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026
In a post on Facebook, the sheriff’s office said, “The men summited at 7:00 pm that evening, well after the recommended turnaround time of 12:00 pm, and descended in the dark.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
Granted, the bar for Netflix movies has long since descended past Hell’s ninth circle, burrowing so low that it’s carved out a 10th reserved for the streamer’s original titles.
From Salon ● Sep. 2, 2026
A near silence descended; the only sounds were the singing of the samovar, the crackle of the fire, the gasping sobs of the lady of the house.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
