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Recent Examples of self-composed In concert, Ochoa mixes traditional and self-composed son cubano numbers with boleros, guarachas and tangos. George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-composed
Adjective
  • Prince Harry arrived at the Court of Appeal about an hour ahead of the hearing, appearing calm and composed.
    Simon Perry, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
  • The Mexican side looked more composed in the second half, creating more scoring opportunities, especially after Sarah Luebbert (former Chicago Red Stars and University of Missouri standout) came on as a substitute and threatened Gotham’s defense.
    Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Adjective
  • Few clubs can match Newcastle for its success rate with player arrivals, and that comes from being calm and patient.
    Harry De Cosemo, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
  • Prevent chemical drift onto non-target areas by applying herbicide only when the wind is calm; avoid application when the daytime temperature is above 80°F.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2025
Adjective
  • Thank goodness the architects of the serene Richelieu wing of the Louvre understood that the most elegant way to experience the outdoors is from inside.
    Caity Weaver, The Atlantic, 5 June 2025
  • To continue on this casita’s theme of relaxation, there’s also a huge outdoor tub where guests can enjoy a serene soak, watching the stars turn above the hilly landscape.
    Kimberley Mok, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2025
Adjective
  • How peaceful that Nvidia is trying to expand in China.
    John Tamny, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
  • The attack took place during a peaceful weekly gathering of individuals, walking together to demonstrate solidarity with hostages still held in Gaza by Hamas and to call for their release.
    Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 2 June 2025
Adjective
  • The tegu fossil was one of the collected specimens and was transported back to the museum in a box that sat in storage, unidentified for twenty years.
    Stephanie Edwards, Discover Magazine, 13 May 2025
  • The federal agency found that companies were working with third-party firms to process the collected customer data and tweak prices accordingly.
    Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2025
Adjective
  • Often overlooked by its more popular neighboring regions in Spain, Extremadura offers a tranquil getaway that goes beyond the typical tourist trail.
    Carlsen Jes, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2025
  • The design of all suites on the property emphasizes indoor-outdoor living, with tranquil views and tropical foliage.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 30 May 2025

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“Self-composed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-composed. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.

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