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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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Housing plans Prospects for Pritzker’s ambitious package of proposals to build more housing in Illinois seemed murky Friday, though several pieces of legislation have inched forward in recent days.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
30 May 2026
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The buyer who finds eight pieces of credible proof is sold before the call.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
30 May 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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Rescue divers were asked to return to the cave site on Sunday morning to prepare for a potential mission to search deeper in the cave network for the pair, after the survivors provided a new map of the layout.—
Kocha Olarn,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Perhaps the differences will show up in the King Bed floor plan, one of two floor plans listed on the Apex X23 website, but the Twin Bed layout pictured follows the Twin Bed configuration of Oliver's Legacy Elite II trailer quite closely, possibly right down to its very last inch.—
C.C. Weiss
May 30,
New Atlas,
30 May 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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In 1930, in the depths of the Great Depression, John Maynard Keynes wrote a short essay called Economic Possibilities for our Grandchildren.—
Christopher Marquis,
Time,
30 May 2026
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His Thursday op-ed, however, was written in response to an essay published by Tony Blair, in which the former British prime minister accused the Labour Party of risking the country’s future by prioritizing internal politics over economic growth and competent governance.—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
29 May 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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With the help of Ray Aghayan and Rhett Turner, Mackie is responsible for more iconic masterpieces, specifically designed for leading ladies, than any other costume designer this historian can think of.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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The theme dreamed up by Challis Davy looks at legendary artists and masterpieces, such as Michelangelo, Picasso, Monet, Van Gogh, Kahlo, and Rockwell.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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“Composition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composition. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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