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as in works
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 layouts
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 essays
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 compositions
The recreational use of bigger display fireworks, such as salutes that contain two grains – 130 milligrams – of explosive materials and professional-grade aerial shells with more than 60 grams of pyrotechnic compositions isn't allowed.
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Finch Walker,
USA Today,
27 June 2026
Her style was wholly her own, with a delightfully strange mix of off-kilter compositions, deadpan facial expressions, and historical references.
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Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
25 June 2026
Pomellato’s dual mastery of goldsmithing and gem-setting is on full display, with the pieces showcasing openwork gold and stone compositions.
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Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
25 June 2026
Love, longing, humor and nostalgia tell the story in gorgeously sung compositions.
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Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
25 June 2026
The partnership includes select compositions performed by artists such as Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, The Weeknd, Imagine Dragons, Ellie Goulding, Tove Lo, DNCE and Demi Lovato.
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Jem Aswad,
Variety,
24 June 2026
The deal includes HarbourView acquiring a selection of compositions by Wolf Cousins.
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Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2026
Vermeer began his career as a history painter, producing ambitious mythological and religious compositions.
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Clare Bucknell,
Harpers Magazine,
23 June 2026
The session included newer compositions from Rollins, Davis, and Theolonious Monk alongside the theoretically hokey showtunes that Davis would help turn into standards.
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Natalie Weiner,
Pitchfork,
19 June 2026
Finch Walker,
USA Today,
27 June 2026
Her style was wholly her own, with a delightfully strange mix of off-kilter compositions, deadpan facial expressions, and historical references.
—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
25 June 2026
Pomellato’s dual mastery of goldsmithing and gem-setting is on full display, with the pieces showcasing openwork gold and stone compositions.
—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
25 June 2026
Love, longing, humor and nostalgia tell the story in gorgeously sung compositions.
—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
25 June 2026
The partnership includes select compositions performed by artists such as Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, The Weeknd, Imagine Dragons, Ellie Goulding, Tove Lo, DNCE and Demi Lovato.
—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
24 June 2026
The deal includes HarbourView acquiring a selection of compositions by Wolf Cousins.
—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2026
Vermeer began his career as a history painter, producing ambitious mythological and religious compositions.
—
Clare Bucknell,
Harpers Magazine,
23 June 2026
The session included newer compositions from Rollins, Davis, and Theolonious Monk alongside the theoretically hokey showtunes that Davis would help turn into standards.
—
Natalie Weiner,
Pitchfork,
19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compositions
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Papathanasopoulou said many of her past students have credited popular works inspired by the classics, including the Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief books and movies as well as the Hades video game franchise, for opening their minds to a field that may at first seem elitist.
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Brooks, ever one for grandeur, once compared his approach in Blazing Saddles to Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon, among the earliest works by the painter that are considered truly revolutionary.
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Caine granted permission for an AI audio company to clone his voice for this project and other upcoming books and articles.
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Unlike conventional transistor layouts, nanostack vertically stacks and staggers transistors, allowing more components to be integrated within the same footprint.
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Its latest creation in Beverly Hills falls in step with the firm’s signature flair for striking layouts and a strong emphasis on seamless indoor-outdoor living.
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The strongest essays reveal how a student thinks and sees the world.
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Individuals are writing essays, organizing workshops, and debating in journals, while institutions and community groups are developing guidelines for how AI should be used in research and publication.
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Made of quality vegan leather, the brand’s pieces feature expensive-looking designs at surprisingly affordable prices.
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Weekend hangs require pieces that are comfy and easy to pop on—and that’s where an airy eyelet top and loose jeans come in.
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In his papers, Knox expressed hope a new coliseum would draw more big events to Charlotte, including big basketball games.
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While presenting the film at CinemaCon 2022, she was unexpectedly served custody papers on stage.
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Combining advanced stealth features, modern sensors, high endurance, and versatile weapon systems, the Barracuda class is regarded as one of the most capable nuclear attack submarine designs in service today.
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As clubs began trademarking their designs, making the jerseys readily identifiable as Manchester United, or Arsenal, or whatever team, the shirts began to be marketed as leisurewear, Bunk said, though still only for children and teenagers.
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As a coastal town shaped by generations of immigrants, Half Moon Bay now has a new art display that serves as a reminder of the people and stories that continue to define the community.
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The board was also expected to vote Friday on a new social studies curriculum that links Bible stories with American history.
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