as in composed
free from emotional or mental agitation
appeared self-composed for someone who had just been in a car accident
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Recent Examples of self-composed
In concert, Ochoa mixes traditional and self-composed son cubano numbers with boleros, guarachas and tangos.
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George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2023
George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-composed
Adjective
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The 2021 Baylor and 2022 Kansas national championship squads were nearly entirely composed of upperclassmen, and UConn started just one freshman for each of its back-to-back titles in 2023 and 2024.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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For example, research at the Ivey Business School reveals that temperance (being calm, composed, patient, prudent, and self-controlled) is one of the weakest character dimensions for many people.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The sulfur and salicylic acid calm things down without stripping my skin, and there’s even charcoal and bentonite clay to go even deeper and pull out gunk.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
6 Apr. 2025
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Tsunoda came into the weekend with fairly calm expectations, saying that a Q3 appearance and points return would be a good start.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The video initially shows serene underwater footage featuring fish gliding through turquoise waters.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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The primary suite, situated on the main floor, features a serene bathroom with bamboo detailing on the ceiling and a private terrace overlooking the lake.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Advertisement Advertisement The principles of a free, open, and peaceful space are enshrined in the 1967 Outer Space Treaty, which all major space powers have ratified, including the U.S., Russia, and China.—
Andrew Hanna,
Time,
13 Apr. 2025
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Most demonstrations at Tesla showrooms or charging stations have been peaceful, though some incidents have involved violence, shootings and setting cars on fire.—
Miranda Nazzaro,
The Hill,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Step 2: Near-Edge Processing Some of the collected data is moved to near-edge compute environments, such as ruggedized servers, for additional processing.—
Chhandomay Mandal,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Longtime collector and principal designer Deborah Lund curates an exceptional mix of contemporary art, midcentury pieces, and vintage lighting in her interiors, blending styles and historical influences for a collected look.—
Dan Howarth,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The drinks will also be offered at Outstanding in the Field, which will set its long table for the 10th year in a row in the tranquil hideaway of the VIP Rose Garden.—
Brianne Tracy,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Select from among hardy and tropical water lilies (Nymphaea) and lotus plants (Nelumbo) for a colorful, yet tranquil addition to your backyard space.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Self-composed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-composed. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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