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compose

British pronunciation/kəmpˈə‍ʊz/
American pronunciation/kəmˈpoʊz/
to compose
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

to write a musical piece

synonyms : write
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2

to write a literary piece with a lot of consideration

synonyms : indite
pen
write
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3

form the substance of

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4

put together out of existing material

synonyms : compile
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5

calm (someone, especially oneself); make quiet

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6

make up plans or basic details for

synonyms : draw up
frame
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Examples
1The energy company's board of directors was composed entirely of men in gray suits who were resistant to investing in renewable energy sources.
2The board of directors of the company was composed entirely of men in gray suits who were resistant to change and innovation, and who were not receptive to new ideas or perspectives.
3He plays the piano and enjoys composing beautiful music.
4I love playing the piano and composing my own melodies.
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