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as in loosens
to make less taut
you'll need to slacken the rope a bit to get it free of that post
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as in slows
to cause to move or proceed at a less rapid pace
drivers need to slacken their speed as they approach the sharp curve
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Ray’s hand loosens its grip on the weapon.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
28 Sep. 2025 -
Paired with the vibrations of Tibetan singing bowls, the experience eases jet lag, loosens tight muscles and leaves body and mind in a state of meditative calm.—
Katharina Kotrba,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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The tempo of Punch slows and the performances sharpen and deepen.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
30 Sep. 2025
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When digestion slows, energy levels can be negatively impacted as nutrients are not absorbed by the body as quickly.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Slackens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slackens. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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