loosening

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In addition to loosening the valve on submissions, many journals are further overheating the system by offering papers for what used to be study components.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

Becerra proposes to require cities and counties to approve or deny building permits within 90 days, loosening certain regulations for infill projects and reforming construction defect laws to encourage more construction of entry-level condos.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Still, the results of the Coldwell Banker survey of more than 700 agents, conducted from late March to early April, are another sign that the lock-in effect is loosening.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

"I'm not saying we just change these rules tomorrow. I think we start to table a plan that shows how loosening those rules will lead to investment and growth in the medium term," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Her fingers were loosening as they reached the lift, stepped inside and set the stretcher down.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan