Example Sentences

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Federal immigration agents had descended on Panchos, a family-owned institution that sponsored girls’ softball teams, hosted Rotary Club meetings, and drew locals for “Ladies Night” and Ohio State football watch parties.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025

Mostly, they were excited about Zohran and amused that reporters had descended on their hangout like birdwatchers.

From Slate • Nov. 5, 2025

Diplomats and official delegations had descended on the Red Sea resort town in recent days to negotiate a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal.

From Barron's • Oct. 12, 2025

Her mood feels a bit lighter, she can lift heavier weights and the fog that had descended on her brain has started to lift.

From BBC • Sep. 20, 2025

They could not have been more nervous and awestruck if the Archangel Gabriel himself had descended to earth.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz