hold loosely

Frequency: 6.05.4 per million words

to hold something without a firm grip

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Examples (10)

  • She decided to hold the rope loosely to avoid friction burns.
  • Please hold the baby's hand loosely; don't squeeze too hard.
  • He always holds his guitar pick loosely for a softer strum.
  • To prevent damage, hold the delicate artifact loosely.
  • The artist advised her students to hold their brushes loosely for freer strokes.
  • She tried to hold onto her worries loosely, letting them drift away.
  • It's better to hold the leash loosely when training a puppy.
  • The magician appeared to hold the cards loosely before making them vanish.
  • After a long day, I just want to hold a cup of tea loosely and relax.
  • If you hold the reins loosely, the horse will feel more comfortable.