Pronunciation: /ˈluːsən/
verb to make something less tight or firm
A1 I need to loosen my shoelaces before taking off my shoes.
A2 She tried to loosen the jar lid by running it under hot water.
B1 The government decided to loosen restrictions on public gatherings.
B2 It's important to loosen up your muscles before starting any exercise routine.
C1 The therapist helped the patient loosen the tension in their shoulders through massage.
C2 The company decided to loosen its policies on remote work to accommodate employees' needs.
adjective having the quality of being less tight or firm
A1 The knot in the rope was loosened, making it easier to untie.
A2 She loosened the lid on the jar before trying to open it.
B1 The screws on the chair were loosened, causing it to wobble.
B2 The restrictions on social media were loosened, allowing for more freedom of expression.
C1 The regulations on business practices were loosened to encourage innovation.
C2 The tension in the room was loosened as everyone began to relax and enjoy themselves.
formal The mechanic advised to loosen the bolts before trying to remove the engine.
informal You might want to loosen up a bit and have some fun at the party.
slang I need to loosen my grip on the situation and just go with the flow.
figurative She decided to loosen the reins and give her employees more freedom in their work.
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