slightly loose

Frequency: 6.29.2 per million words

Indicates that something is loose to a small degree.

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Examples (10)

  • One of the bricks feels slightly loose.
  • The screw in the chair leg was slightly loose.
  • Her new jeans were slightly loose around the waist.
  • He tied the knot slightly loose so it could be easily undone.
  • The connection on the cable appeared slightly loose.
  • After the fall, her front tooth felt slightly loose.
  • The dog's collar was slightly loose, allowing it to slip off.
  • This lid is slightly loose, so be careful when you carry it.
  • Despite being tied, the rope remained slightly loose.
  • The old floorboard was slightly loose and creaked when stepped on.