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The rise of cable loosened the networks’ chokehold on TV news and entertainment in the late 20th century.

From Salon

A conservative Texas-based company, Clear Channel, owned about 50 radio stations before the law — and quickly grew to more than 1,000 after the caps were loosened.

From Salon

The deal would require approval by the FCC and the loosening of rules around industry consolidation.

From BBC

While every decline in mortgage rates helps loosen the market a little bit, there are no signs of substantial relief on the horizon, Ms Fonseca said.

From BBC

In April, Idaho's governor signed a law loosening vaccine requirements.

From BBC

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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