loosened
Example Sentences
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As Pruett aged, her grip on reality loosened.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
The impact churned up and loosened the material around the crater, leaving it less dense and less able to hold onto heat after sunset.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 18, 2026
“You’re just being social and it made you feel good and you kind of loosened up and everything.”
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026
Supermarkets' strict cosmetic rules mean "one tiny little hole can render the plant useless", he said, but some have temporarily loosened the rules.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
Mr. Espinosa is leaned way back in his chair, his tie loosened, looking very un-principal-like and almost as tired as I feel.
From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell
