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Loosening (Noun)

Meaning 1

An occurrence of control or strength weakening; "the relaxation of requirements"; "the loosening of his grip"; "the slackening of the wind".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Examples

  • The loosening of the economy's regulatory framework led to a surge in new businesses and investments.
  • The loosening of his grip on the rope allowed the rock climber to fall a few feet before regaining control.
  • The loosening of the soil around the roots of the tree made it more susceptible to being uprooted by strong winds.
  • The loosening of the company's policies on remote work led to a significant increase in employee satisfaction and productivity.
  • The loosening of the tight deadline allowed the team to complete the project without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.

Synonyms

  • Relaxation
  • Slackening

Hypernyms

  • Weakening

Hyponyms

  • Thaw

Related Words

  • Loosen (verb)

Meaning 2

The act of making something less tight.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The process of loosening the screws required a great deal of patience and care.
  • Regular maintenance of the machine involved the loosening of rusty bolts.
  • Over time, the constant vibrations caused the loosening of the nuts on the wheel.
  • She began the loosening of her hair by gently working out the tangles.
  • The mechanic specialized in the loosening of seized engine parts.

Synonyms

  • Laxation

Antonyms

  • Tightening

Hypernyms

  • Modification
  • Adjustment

Hyponyms

  • Undoing
  • Unfastening

Related Words

  • Loosen (verb)
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