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loose

[loos] / lus /






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Even the UK feels it, if faintly: El Niño can tilt the odds towards a mild start and cold end to winter, though the links are loose.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The result lands somewhere between a salsa verde, a vinaigrette and a very loose tapenade.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

It’s the kind of idea that exorcists playing loose with theology might be attracted to, but not something the church itself seems inclined to back.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

The loose procession was led by a core group of 15 cars, including representatives of all eight states on the route.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Now Karly’s decided to cut me loose, I’m not sure where I belong.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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