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loosening

loo·se·ning

US/ˈlusʌnɪŋ/ uncommon

noun

1.

an occurrence of control or strength weakening

  • “the relaxation of requirements”
  • “the loosening of his grip”
  • “the slackening of the wind”
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2.

the act of making something less tight

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