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descended

[dih-sen-did] / dɪˈsɛn dɪd /


VERB
trace ancestry from; be passed or handed down
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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

Even as foreign tourists have descended on the resort, Pattaya remains a popular R&R stop for U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

The snow descended from the bleary sky in thick, heavy curtains, through a long night.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig



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