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to loosen
01
放松, 松开
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.
She decided to loosen her shoelaces for more comfort.
In the workshop, the carpenter used a chisel to loosen the old glue from the joints.
02
放松, 舒展
to reduce tension or tightness in muscles
Transitive: to loosen muscles
Example
He decided to loosen his muscles with a few stretches after a long day at work.
After hours of typing, she took a moment to loosen her fingers and wrists.
The athlete loosened his grip on the tennis racket between serves, allowing his hands to relax.
03
放松, 松开
to remove a restraint, allowing for freedom of movement or action
Transitive: to loosen a restraint
Example
The climber loosened the safety harness to descend the mountain safely after reaching the summit.
The mechanic loosened the bolts securing the engine cover to access the internal components for maintenance.
The sailor loosened the rope tied to the dock, enabling the boat to drift gently away with the current.
04
放松, 松弛
to experience a reduction in tightness and become more relaxed
Intransitive
Example
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.
With each passing mile, the muscles in his legs started to loosen, adapting to the rhythm of the run.
05
放宽, 减轻
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.
After receiving feedback from employees, the company decided to loosen the restrictions on telecommuting.
The government announced plans to loosen regulations on small businesses.
