1. to write or create a musical piece, literary work, or other composition for a second time or in a different way
After the manuscript was lost, the author had to compose again from memory.
Depois que o manuscrito foi perdido, o autor teve que compor novamente de memória.
2. to regain one's composure or calmness after being disturbed
She took a deep breath to compose again after the shocking news.
Ela respirou fundo para se recompor após a notícia chocante.
3. to reorganize or rearrange the elements of something
The photographer decided to compose again the elements in the frame.
O fotógrafo decidiu compor novamente os elementos no enquadramento.