LOOSEN (UP) Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

loosen (up) 1 of 2

verb (1)

Definition of loosen (up) next

as in to facilitate

to free from obstruction or difficulty hoped that adding a second lane would loosen up traffic on that street

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loosen up

2 of 2

verb (2)

as in to relax

to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety a high-pressure job that makes it hard for him to loosen up even on weekends

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tense (up)

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As everyone loosens up, ask to try the Convite Coyote Mezcal Joven which puts the smell and taste of that Taos Pueblo bonfire into the bottle. —

Chadd Scott, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025 Some players got even more creative with loosening up overtime. —

The Athletic Nhl Staff, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024 Pull your mum out of the pot and loosen up the root ball with your fingers, especially any circling roots. —

Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 19 Nov. 2024 Be sure to spend plenty of time massaging the cleanser into your skin, which will allow the blend of oils and plant extracts to loosen up the congestion in your pores. —

Emily Orofino, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for loosen (up)