descent from
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Indicates the starting point of the descent or the ancestor in a lineage.
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Examples (10)
- The descent from the summit was more treacherous than the climb up.
- The pilot announced they were beginning their descent from 30,000 feet.
- His slow descent from the tree was a relief to everyone watching below.
- The winding descent from the mountain pass offers spectacular views.
- After reaching the peak, the hikers prepared for the long descent from the ridge.
- She proudly claims direct descent from a noble family.
- The family tree traces their descent from Italian immigrants.
- Genetic studies can reveal our shared descent from common ancestors.
- He is of royal descent from the last king of the ancient dynasty.
- The novel explores a character's journey to discover his descent from a forgotten tribe.