hang loose

phrase

Synonyms of hang loosenext
: to remain calm or relaxed

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Amid the attention and pressure of racing for NASCAR Cup Series title stakes this weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Ryan Preece is hanging loose with his hometown crowd. — ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026 Her hair hung loose past her shoulders, silvery and very beautiful. — Madhuri Vijay, New Yorker, 16 Aug. 2026 The Bugonia star wore her hair in an elegant, timeless low bun, with a few face-framing pieces hanging loose. — Robyn Merrett, InStyle, 5 July 2026

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First Known Use

1955, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hang loose was in 1955

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“Hang loose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hang%20loose. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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