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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
Alongside body composition tests, experts also recommend strength tests, such as grip strength, as markers of muscle health.
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Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
Piles of composition paper spilled from old satchels.
—Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
Gee and cinematographer Piers McGrail have a great eye for composition and texture, vibrantly evoking the time and place in the high-contrast B&W scenes.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
And critically, fentanyl’s composition allows it to be smoked more easily than most heroin.
—Lev Facher, STAT, 12 Feb. 2026
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Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
Piles of composition paper spilled from old satchels.
—Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
Gee and cinematographer Piers McGrail have a great eye for composition and texture, vibrantly evoking the time and place in the high-contrast B&W scenes.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
And critically, fentanyl’s composition allows it to be smoked more easily than most heroin.
—Lev Facher, STAT, 12 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for composition
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And so there was this discoverability piece that was a utility.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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These days, shopping for pre-loved pieces has never been more convenient, with resale platforms and online auctions offering access to everything from last season’s Prada sneakers to a rare John Galliano gown.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
14 Feb. 2026
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After hours of House of Commons debate, a vote was averted when the government gave in to lawmakers' anger and agreed that the Intelligence and Security Committee would decide what papers should be published, rather than a senior civil servant as Starmer had proposed.—
JILL LAWLESS THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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The proposal would ban the sale and distribution of single-use plastic water bottles and paper cartons of still water under one gallon in the eastern portion of the county, from Donner Summit to North Lake Tahoe.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Looking to the Future Multigenerational living shaped the home’s layout from the beginning.—
Mina Loudermilk,
Southern Living,
13 Feb. 2026
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Once there, Sarah Kim uses her knowledge of the store’s layout from her time working there as Mok Ga-hui to dispose of Mi-jeong.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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Information for this article was contributed by Jamey Keaten, Stephanie Liechtenstein, Melanie Lidman and Matthew Lee of The Associated Press and Susannah George and Karen DeYoung of The Washington Post.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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The article comes on the heels of the weekend’s Munich Security Conference, where US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called on Europe to assume more responsibility for its own defense after relying for decades on Washington’s help as the backbone of its security.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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This work offers a new platform for designing efficient photo-electrocatalysts and advancing next-generation solar–electrochemical energy conversion systems.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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The opening night celebration in September features violinist Joshua Bell, after which Shelley will guide the season through a series of classic works, beginning with Mahler’s Second Symphony.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Originally borne from a viral Modern Love essay in the New York Times, Strangers is beautifully written, too.—
Hayley Maitland,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2026
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The first step in del Valle’s creative process is writing short essays or stories, sometimes scripted like screenplays.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
14 Feb. 2026
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By treating purity as a design parameter, engineers can now develop materials that thrive in the most punishing environments, such as hypersonic flight and extraterrestrial construction.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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Tucked into the upper Devonshire neighborhood and situated on nearly half an acre, the home at 5420 Surrey Circle unfolds as a masterclass in warm, livable contemporary design.—
Allie Beth Allman & Associates,
Dallas Morning News,
15 Feb. 2026
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Best for straight, fine, or wavy textures, this cut is a masterpiece of proportions.—
Loren Savini,
Allure,
14 Feb. 2026
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Learn about the history of chocolate-making through the multimedia exhibits, create your own masterpiece as Lindt Master Chocolatier in training, and be sure to pose for a photo with the impossible-to-miss 30 foot tall chocolate fountain.—
Meghan Palmer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Composition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composition. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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