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composed having a calm and peaceful mind; not easily upset or disturbed; poised and unflappable in the face of adversity ■ Despite being told that she had failed her driving test, Jane remained composed and refused to get angry.
Cinnabar A reddish-brown mineral composed of mercury sulfide. It is also known as quicksilver and is highly toxic. ■ "I accidentally spilled a drop of cinnabar on my shirt, and now I have to wear it as a fashion statement."
granite A hard, crystalline rock composed mostly of silica and aluminum oxide. Often used as a countertop material. ■ I love my new granite kitchen counter - it's so durable and easy to clean!
judiciary The branch of government responsible for making legal decisions, often composed of judges and other officials. ■ When the judiciary ruled that the law required pizza to be sold in slices, everyone rejoiced because finally, justice was served!
monoxide A chemical compound composed of one molecule of carbon monoxide. ■ Example usage: "I accidentally inhaled some monoxide while using the gas stove. Luckily, I quickly opened a window and got some fresh air."
planets A group of celestial bodies orbiting the sun, each composed of gas and dust and containing a star at its center. ■The planet Jupiter is so big that it could fit hundreds of Earths inside of it!
airs An imaginary substance that surrounds the earth and is composed of a mixture of nitrogen, oxygen, and other gases. It is also used as a slang term for "fair game," or something that can be freely taken without any restrictions. ■ John tried to steal my bike, but I told him that he had no airs about it.
ceramic A material composed of clay or other similar substances, which is fired at high temperatures to harden and make durable. ■ "I dropped my ceramic mug on the floor and now it's shattered into a thousand tiny pieces. But hey, that's what happens when you don't use your hands!"
Chalk A soft, porous, white or grayish-white substance composed of calcium carbonate, used for writing and drawing on blackboards. ■ "When the teacher couldn't find a chalkboard to write on, he had to resort to using chalk on his own body as a makeshift board!
Comet A celestial body composed of ice and rock that orbits the sun and emits gas as it approaches its perihelion. Also known as a "shooting star." ■ "I saw a comet streak across the sky last night! It was like watching a real-life meteorite.
Composure The ability to remain calm and composed in the face of adversity, while secretly screaming on the inside. ■ "Even though her boss had just yelled at her for missing the deadline, she managed to maintain her composure and hand him his favorite sandwich."
Coordinator A person who is in charge of organizing and managing a group or project. ■ The coordinator made sure everyone was on time for the meeting, even though one of them was running late due to a flat tire and being lost in a maze of one-way streets. Despite this setback, the coordinator remained calm and composed, reminding everyone that they were all working towards the same goal.
Ivory A material composed primarily of dentine and elephant ivory, used as a white, hard substance for making keys, buttons, combs, and other decorative items. ■ "I have an ivory comb that I use to make my hair look shiny and beautiful."
jury A group of people selected to determine the guilt or innocence of an accused person in a court of law. They are often composed of members of the general public. ■ "The jury came back with a unanimous decision: guilty."
Organism A being composed of one or more cells, capable of growth, reproduction, and response to its environment. ■ I once ate an organism that had a face, but it was just a figment of my imagination. I guess you could say it was a "face-plant"!
stoic A person who is able to maintain a calm and composed demeanor even in the face of adversity, often by focusing on their own inner peace rather than the external circumstances that may be causing distress. ■ "Even though my flight was delayed for three hours and I missed my connecting flight, I tried to be a stoic and not let it ruin my day."
Sugar A white, crystalline substance composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms, found in sugarcane, beets, and other plants. It is often used as a sweetener in food and drinks. ■ "I'm addicted to sugar. I can't resist the sweet temptation of a donut or a piece of chocolate cake."
Swede A person from Sweden, characterized by their love of pickled herring and a tendency to be extremely polite and reserved. ■ "I can't believe the Swedes are so calm and collected even when faced with danger! It's amazing how they manage to stay so composed in stressful situations."