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to loosen
01
緩める, 弛める
to make something less tight or more flexible
Transitive: to loosen a fastening or connection
Example
The mechanic loosened the bolts with a wrench to disassemble the engine.
The musician had to loosen the guitar strings to adjust the pitch.
In the workshop, the carpenter used a chisel to loosen the old glue from the joints.
02
緩める, リラックスさせる
to reduce tension or tightness in muscles
Transitive: to loosen muscles
Example
The athlete loosened his grip on the tennis racket between serves, allowing his hands to relax.
As part of the warm-up routine, the coach led the team in dynamic stretches to loosen their muscles.
After hours of typing, she took a moment to loosen her fingers and wrists.
03
緩める, ゆるめる
to remove a restraint, allowing for freedom of movement or action
Transitive: to loosen a restraint
Example
The mechanic loosened the bolts securing the engine cover to access the internal components for maintenance.
To access the hidden compartment, the spy loosened the latch on the secret panel, revealing classified documents.
The climber loosened the safety harness to descend the mountain safely after reaching the summit.
04
緩める, リラックスさせる
to experience a reduction in tightness and become more relaxed
Intransitive
Example
Over time, the stiffness in the new leather shoes began to loosen.
After a few minutes of deep breathing, she felt the knots in her shoulders begin to loosen.
As the day progressed, the grip of the shoelaces began to loosen, allowing his feet to breathe more freely.
05
緩和する, 緩める
to relax rules, regulations, or constraints and make something less strict
Transitive: to loosen rules and regulations
Example
The school administration decided to loosen the dress code policy.
The government announced plans to loosen regulations on small businesses.
The coach decided to loosen training schedules for athletes during the off-season.
例
The mechanic loosened the bolts with a wrench to disassemble the engine.
The musician had to loosen the guitar strings to adjust the pitch.
In the workshop, the carpenter used a chisel to loosen the old glue from the joints.
She decided to loosen her shoelaces for more comfort.
Before starting the hike, they decided to loosen the straps on their backpacks.
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