discomposing
Example Sentences
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Here, lines define the two figures while simultaneously discomposing and merging them.
From New York Times ● Nov. 18, 2021
The surprise and terror of the poor gentleman is apparent in every limb, as far as is consistent with the fear of discomposing his dress.
From The Works of William Hogarth: In a Series of Engravings With Descriptions, and a Comment on Their Moral Tendency by John Trusler
A stranger might well overlook them, but, when turned suddenly in anger or surprise, a steady searching light commenced to glow in them which was discomposing, if not alarming.
From Nevermore by Rolf Bolderwood
It was unusual for her and it was discomposing.
From The Vision of Elijah Berl by Frank Lewis Nason
"It probes the secrets of capitalism and labor, of politics and journalism with a surety and a conviction almost discomposing."
From Quincy Adams Sawyer and Mason's Corner Folks A Picture of New England Home Life by Charles Felton Pidgin
