slightly slack

Examples (10)

• The rope was left slightly slack to allow for some movement.
• After the initial shock, his jaw went slightly slack.
• The mechanic advised that the brake cable seemed slightly slack and needed adjustment.
• She noticed the leash was slightly slack, so she tightened it.
• The curtains hung slightly slack in the humid air.
• He felt the straps of his backpack were slightly slack and adjusted them.
• The fishing line became slightly slack as the fish swam closer.
• Make sure the belt isn't slightly slack before starting the machine.
• The gardener found the garden hose was slightly slack around the faucet.
• The fabric of the old armchair was slightly slack in places.