completely slack

Frequency: 7.515.2 per million words

Indicates that something is entirely loose, with no tension.

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Examples (10)

  • The old rope was completely slack after years of use.
  • He noticed that the tension on the bike chain had become completely slack.
  • After the storm passed, the mooring lines were completely slack.
  • The fishing line went completely slack when the fish got away.
  • The gymnast's grip on the bar became completely slack during the dismount.
  • With no wind, the sails hung completely slack.
  • The mechanic found that the brake cable was completely slack.
  • The drawstrings on his bag were completely slack, and the contents spilled out.
  • As the weight was lifted, the suspension became completely slack.
  • The artist left the threads completely slack to create a specific effect.