loosening

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Conversely, periods where unemployment is a bigger issue than inflation have been associated with loosening monetary policy, as shown in the chart below.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 19, 2026

“As soon as he got into office, things started loosening up. We had 15 drill rigs,” said Westerlund, who has lived in Tonopah since 1972.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026

The heat has also changed the clay conditions considerably, with firmer surfaces making the ball bounce higher and loosening string tension.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Instead, some sodium atoms replace zinc atoms, slightly loosening the glass structure and changing its properties.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

As if the river agreed with him, it surged over him, dunking him and loosening his grasp on the boat.

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech