The elevator descended to the basement.

He carefully advanced through the minefield.

He carefully crossed the minefield.

The snow is starting to fall, and the scenery is turning white.

He was demoted.

He was demoted because of his poor performance.

This polynomial is represented in descending powers.

His salary was reduced because the company's financial situation worsened.

Due to the economic crisis, the company decided to reduce everyone's salary.

I found a sea hare at the beach.