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ascensions
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the act of moving or rising upwards
- The ascension of the hot air balloon was breathtaking as it rose into the sky.
- The rocket's ascension into space was a historic achievement.
- During the ascension of the sun, the entire landscape transformed into a golden hue.
- As he reached the summit, the ascension had become more difficult due to the thin air.
- The crowd cheered as the rocket's ascension into the sky began, signaling the start of the mission.
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(astronomy) the rising of a star above the horizon