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Having been made less tight or more relaxed
“I began grabbing each free end, and pulling as much of the loosened rope out of the core as possible.”
Disconnected and not attached to anything
(of clothing) Very loose-fitting, so as to hang away from the body
Past tense for to loosen or slacken the tension of
“Lottie stopped for a few minutes, then started trying to loosen the cords around her legs.”
Past tense for to unfasten something tied, fastened, or fixed in place
“Still being rolled in the grass, he tried to loosen his belt so that he might take his pants off, but the buckle wouldn't budge.”
Past tense for to relax or reduce the strictness or intensity of
“I respectfully asked if he could loosen his demands a little because the project was falling behind schedule.”
Past tense for to become physically relaxed or less tense
“He saw her shoulders loosen and her frown disappear.”
Past tense for to release from captivity
“It descends to loosen him from his chains, to pull him out of his darkness, and finally expose him to the light of grace.”
Past tense for to break up (soil) in preparation for sowing or planting
Past tense for to remove or clear a block or obstruction from
Past tense for to apply a substance such as oil or grease to (an engine or component) so as to minimize friction and allow smooth movement
Past tense for to gradually melt, dissolve, or become fluid
Past tense for to remove controls or regulations on
Past tense for to remove, especially a stain
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