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as in piece
a literary, musical, or artistic production
the compositions of Michelangelo include the dome of St. Peter's, the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, and his monumental statue of David
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as in layout
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
student photographers learn the importance of composition in creating striking images
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as in article
a short piece of writing typically expressing a point of view
submitted a composition to the local newspaper for its special section marking Martin Luther King Day
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Recent Examples of composition
His compositions evoke profound emotions that linger long after the final note.
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Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 28 May 2026
Fabric and apparel composition are part of their consideration set, along with price, fit, aesthetic and brand values.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
In the 1800s, our ability to understand the sun’s composition launched a new era of solar science.
—Quanta Magazine, 28 May 2026
The system successfully split the signals and identified the material composition with high precision.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 28 May 2026
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Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 28 May 2026
Fabric and apparel composition are part of their consideration set, along with price, fit, aesthetic and brand values.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
In the 1800s, our ability to understand the sun’s composition launched a new era of solar science.
—Quanta Magazine, 28 May 2026
The system successfully split the signals and identified the material composition with high precision.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for composition
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The puzzle-like slats holding the barrel together, called staves, are often used in his creations, incorporated into cocktail muddlers and cigar rests, not to mention a recent life-size buffalo made from the spent barrel pieces.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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The siege lasted so long that a donkey's head sold for eighty pieces of silver, and a cup of dove's dung sold for five pieces of silver.—
Helaine Williams,
Arkansas Online,
6 June 2026
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The paper’s co-authors Elgidius Ichumbaki and Peter Schmidt argue that Tanzanian state groups charged with safeguarding Laetoli and three other sites that are critical to human history have dismissed the concerns of conservationists and local communities in the interests of tourism.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
4 June 2026
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Obama's presidential museum will be the first fully digital museum of its kind, ditching scores of official papers on display.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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Each container features expanding walls that instantly increase interior space, allowing for a dynamic layout that can accommodate everything from bistro tables to bedrooms.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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The marketing highlights a single-story layout and a compound-like feel.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
6 June 2026
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Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
2 June 2026
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In this collection of articles, prepare to immerse yourself in the profound tapestry of Indigenous culture, witness the spellbinding performances that grace Edmonton's Fringe Festival, and maybe even stumble upon a fossil or two.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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How does the pilot program work?—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Behavioral health companies in South Florida say they are being impacted by Medicaid termination letters, with facilities stating the cuts are harming patients who need help and leaving many therapists out of work.—
Morgan Rynor,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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The doctor advised her to expect additional digestive issues for weeks because of the medication's long half-life, according to the essay.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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Her recipes and essays have appeared on the Food Network, Food52, and Food & Wine, and she has been featured in the New York Times, The Korea Times, and Bon Appétit.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
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Loved the quirky design features, like the aluminum rocking chair at the work desk, which added unexpected personality to the room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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The cups also feature a more angular design, visibly protruding rather than gradually curving.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
31 May 2026
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Leo will celebrate Mass in Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia, and will inaugurate its central spire, the Tower of Jesus Christ, which has made the basilica the world’s tallest church.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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The Last Day reimagines Virginia Woolf’s masterpiece Mrs Dalloway in a few ways.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
6 June 2026
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“Composition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composition. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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