compose
verb (used with object)
to make or form by combining things, parts, or elements.
has composed
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present perfectof compose (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Sally has composed a day song for him set to the tune of “You Are My Sunshine.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 20, 2026
Schwartz has composed an American time capsule of Broadway pop, with as much variety as “Wicked” though with less bombast and no real standout blockbuster numbers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2025
Gareth Churcher, a musician and conductor born in Falmouth, has composed the soundtrack for the Theatre and Circus show being performed in the Pyramid Stage arena - set to begin on Wednesday.
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2025
A geo-environmental scientist from Japan has composed a string quartet using sonified climate data.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 18, 2024
Indeed, he has composed many compositions which you will number among your favorite pieces.
From Child's Own Book of Great Musicians: Grieg by Thomas Tapper
