loosen

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S&P Dow Jones Indices considered whether to loosen index requirements but opted to keep its policies unchanged.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

As the pH shifts, the molecular bonds holding the tissue rigid begin to loosen.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

Add a little water to loosen it if needed.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

The sanctions come in the week of ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Cuban officials that seek to loosen the current regime’s hold on Cuba.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

“Hey, Dad, why do you love me more than any of your other children?” she began, hoping to loosen him up with humor.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy