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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
But this year, a number of artists contributed even more music to the collection, with some dropping brand new compositions and others putting festive spins on beloved tracks released by other stars in previous years.
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Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 26 Dec. 2024
Musical compositions The latest crop of compositions spans the era's jazz standards, show tunes, pop music and more.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 26 Dec. 2024
Hopkins, known best for his role as the serial killer Hannibal Lecter in The Silence of the Lambs, posts updates on Instagram, where he can be seen dancing, working on his own musical compositions and spending time with friends and colleagues, like Ian McKellen.
—Tommy McArdle, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
The clays chosen had mineralogical compositions similar to those found in historical LE samples.
—Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
And the only thing that’s deliberately stylized is the fairy-tale compositions.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 20 Dec. 2024
For example, Suno transforms a few words into musical compositions made just for you.
—Maren Thomas Bannon, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
This is the first time the carbon and oxygen compositions of a birthing star, the natal disc, and a protoplanet were compared using a technique Wang and his colleagues had developed earlier to isolate the light from just the disc and the planet.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 18 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, newcomers were captivated by Davis’s original compositions.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 26 Dec. 2024
Musical compositions The latest crop of compositions spans the era's jazz standards, show tunes, pop music and more.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 26 Dec. 2024
Hopkins, known best for his role as the serial killer Hannibal Lecter in The Silence of the Lambs, posts updates on Instagram, where he can be seen dancing, working on his own musical compositions and spending time with friends and colleagues, like Ian McKellen.
—Tommy McArdle, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
The clays chosen had mineralogical compositions similar to those found in historical LE samples.
—Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
And the only thing that’s deliberately stylized is the fairy-tale compositions.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 20 Dec. 2024
For example, Suno transforms a few words into musical compositions made just for you.
—Maren Thomas Bannon, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
This is the first time the carbon and oxygen compositions of a birthing star, the natal disc, and a protoplanet were compared using a technique Wang and his colleagues had developed earlier to isolate the light from just the disc and the planet.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 18 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, newcomers were captivated by Davis’s original compositions.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compositions
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Tracy Wright,
Fox News,
22 Mar. 2025
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If the articles of impeachment introduced by Gill are passed, the process would then move to the Senate.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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In other words, Omniverse lets enterprises and cloud providers simulate an AI factory (from cooling layouts to networking) as a 3D model, test changes and troubleshoot virtually before a single server is installed.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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With layouts ranging from four to eight bedrooms, the residences will average over 7,000 square feet of open-plan living space, with private swimming pools and generous outdoor areas.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
19 Mar. 2025
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Opera rap, soul and hip-hop combine in the high-stakes story of diverse, young singers (some of which have performed at the Sarasota Opera) vying to perform on the world’s biggest opera stages, and who express the love, struggle, heartbreak, sacrifice and joy of pursuing your dreams.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2025
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Along with Jagger, who lived on the street in the 1970s, the collective included portrait artist Alice Neel, sculptor John Frederick Mowbray-Clarke, architect Henry Varnum Poor, opera composer Kurt Weill, singer Lotte Lenya, and poet/playwright Maxwell Anderson.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
18 Mar. 2025
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Set to hit shelves July 1, 2025, the book will be released in paperback, ebook, and audiobook formats—and now audiences can get the first look at its vibrant cover.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
10 Apr. 2025
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However, their inherent instability, particularly in ultra-thin formats crucial for commercial viability, has been a major obstacle.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Apr. 2025
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Vogue Beauty The biggest beauty stories, trends, and product recommendations.—
Marie Bladt,
Vogue,
24 Dec. 2024
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Happy holidays and Forbes Daily will return to your inbox with the day’s top stories on January 3.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Research computing roles pioneered remote work arrangements, with many positions now fully remote or offering flexible scheduling.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Additionally, negotiating better terms with suppliers or securing more favorable financing arrangements can provide some breathing room.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Both Hanukkah and Christmas center on the transformative power of light and hope, embodying themes of faith and perseverance during adversity thanks to God’s divine ever-present love and concern for humankind.—
Priscilla Whitehead,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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YouTube Kapadia's skill in drawing out these themes has been widely acclaimed.—
Diaa Hadid,
NPR,
24 Dec. 2024
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Their distinct motifs celebrate the art of printmaking and are an ongoing source of inspiration for the latest generation of designers.—
Nadja Sayej,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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The apparel collection of Dodgers and Cubs products will include Nike T-shirts, hoodies and jerseys featuring Murakami’s flower motifs.—
Kristie Rieken,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Compositions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compositions. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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