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loosely

[ˈluːsli]

loosely Definition

  • 1not firmly or tightly fixed in place; detached or able to be detached
  • 2not closely or accurately connected or associated with something

Using loosely: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "loosely" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The rope was loosely tied around the tree.

  • Example

    The movie is only loosely based on the book.

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    She holds her pencil loosely when she writes.

  • Example

    The dress fits loosely around the waist.

loosely Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: loosely in Brief

The adverb 'loosely' [ˈluːsli] describes something that is not firmly or tightly fixed in place or not closely or accurately connected or associated with something. Examples include a rope that is loosely tied around a tree, a movie that is only loosely based on a book, and a dress that fits loosely around the waist.

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