As the path gradually ascended the mountain, although in a roundabout way, they decided to follow it.

They gradually ascended, but the slope was generally slight and Don found himself moving better than he had.

The ground gradually ascended, reaching the level of the cliffs on which the city stood about 3 kilometres ahead.

You're passing small farms, open fields as the highway gradually ascends.

It is a flat area, surrounded by an area that ascends gradually.

He gradually ascended through the ranks to palace counselor.

He joined Local 6 and gradually ascended its ranks.

In this manner he ascends gradually to the highest.

In the early 2000s, Brown gradually ascended from behind the studio boards into the artist spotlight.