1
as in to prepare
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
composed a statement on this hot-button issue that managed to satisfy absolutely no one
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2
as in to comprise
to be all the substance of
the earth's crust is composed of mostly silicon with several other elements in smaller amounts
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3
as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
the first order of business was to compose the injured pedestrian
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Recent Examples of compose
Two left-field selections are Microsoft’s Windows reboot chime (1995), composed by Brian Eno, and David Rosenfeld’s Minecraft: Volume Alpha (2011).
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Paul Grein, Billboard, 9 Apr. 2025
Are prompt generators better than composing prompts by yourself?
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
To avoid being trapped in a funk cul-de-sac, he’s branched out to compose music for film and TV.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
The presentation was brought to life at the start by a full orchestra performing a live rendition of the franchise’s familiar theme music, originally composed by John Williams.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2025
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Paul Grein, Billboard, 9 Apr. 2025
Are prompt generators better than composing prompts by yourself?
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
To avoid being trapped in a funk cul-de-sac, he’s branched out to compose music for film and TV.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
The presentation was brought to life at the start by a full orchestra performing a live rendition of the franchise’s familiar theme music, originally composed by John Williams.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compose
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Remembering how a few crucial opportunities to work on calligraphy and design at a young age prepared him for his career in film, fashion, and painting, Yi Ming hopes to open similar doors for other young artists.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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In short, the US was preparing for a world with a rising demand for ever scarcer, more expensive fossil fuels, most of which would have to come from abroad.—
Umair Irfan,
Vox,
23 Apr. 2025
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Women comprised just 42% of ChatGPT users between November 2022 and May 2024.—
Corinne Post,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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The largest debt portion comprises £525m in long-term bonds issued to US investors in September 2019, as part of a broader refinancing of £637m of stadium debt.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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Traditionally the company that fires the starting gun for entertainment and tech numbers every three months, Netflix may be a calming place to start this time.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2025
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The gin-clear waters below huddle together into emerald pools while the soothing soundtrack of every drop on its journey invigorates the senses and calms the soul.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2025
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After the fire is fully contained, the next step is to control it.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Fires were contained, and no casualties were reported.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Apr. 2025
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That was really what inspired me to write the book.—
As told to Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
15 Apr. 2025
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She’s written about the rights of protesting employees and the rise of AI career coaches.—
Katherine Love,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Asian states will worry that China might decide—much as Russia has done since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022—that some countries are more sovereign than others and that the domestic actions and preferences of neighboring states can somehow constitute a violation of sovereignty.—
RANA MITTER,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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This informational and educational article does not offer or constitute, and should not be relied upon as, tax or financial advice.—
Cicely Jones,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Every pillow consists of the softest linen-cotton fabric blend imaginable, perfect for lulling you to sleep as the cool summer breeze drifts through your bedroom.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
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The expansive tented suites feature large decks overlooking the valley, private plunge pools, outdoor showers, and tactile interiors enclosed by screen doors, allowing the sounds of the wild to lull guests to sleep.—
Julia Eskins,
Vogue,
26 Mar. 2025
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Bonta’s staff had spent significant time drafting the tariff suit before Newsom publicly surfaced as a plaintiff.—
George Skelton,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2025
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According to Steelers insider Gerry Dulac, Saine passed away shortly after Harmon got to the hospital and told her he had been drafted.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Compose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compose. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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