Search
Select the dictionary language
to loosen up
[phrase form: loosen]
01
to let go of tension and anxiety
Intransitive
Examples
The parent told the child to loosen up and not be so afraid of the dark.
The teacher told the students to loosen up and not worry so much about the test.
02
to stretch and relax someone's muscles, thereby increasing flexibility and reducing tension
Transitive: to loosen up muscles
Examples
The dancers loosened their muscles up before their performance.
The physical therapist helped the patient loosen up their stiff joints.
03
to make someone feel less tense or anxious
Transitive: to loosen up sb
Examples
The manager 's encouraging words loosened up the stressed employees.
The calming music loosened up the anxious student before her exam.
04
(of a situation or event) to become more relaxed and friendly
Intransitive
Examples
As the evening progressed, the atmosphere began to loosen up, and people started to chat more freely.
After the team successfully met their deadline, the office environment loosened up, and colleagues shared light-hearted conversations.
