descent from

Frequency: 7.211.2 per million words

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.