Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

European leaders are descending on Armenia for two unprecedented summits in a country long considered Russia's closest ally in the South Caucasus.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Now, law enforcement from across Southern California are descending on L.A. to keep the peace.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2025

"They are descending from the top now and are in good shape," the official, Dawa Futi Sherpa, told Reuters.

From Reuters • May 14, 2023

Thousands of people are descending upon Cypress, a suburb in Orange County, hoping to catch a glimpse of a bird of prey that mysteriously found its way far from home.

From New York Times • Jan. 12, 2023

Attack of the mole-men growing increasingly ferocious ... heat-ray projectors—almost invincible ... our forces have entered the Tonah Basin—they are descending into the crater.

From Two Thousand Miles Below by Diffin, Charles Willard