loosened
Example Sentences
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The move has loosened the ties of their relationship.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Maybe a spoonful of jam loosened with warm water.
From Salon • May 25, 2026
The UK government has loosened strict sanctions on Russian oil refined into diesel and jet fuel in third countries as prices rise.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
The author notes that Bradley loosened his taps in such a way that they projected “a little brightness,” like those of tapper extraordinaire Honi Coles.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
"A red hat?" the aunt said, and in her wonder she loosened her hold on the girl, who quickly slipped away.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
