How to Use loosely in a Sentence

loosely

adverb
  • But the show is so loosely based.
    — Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025
  • He was wrapped in a heavy shawl sweater that hung too loosely.
    — Mark Harris, Vulture, 9 Apr. 2025
  • They are loosely based on the Ref.
    — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 12 May 2026
  • Fold and pile it loosely to create some loft.
    — Jed Portman, Midwest Living, 15 May 2026
  • When almost dry, roll loosely with flesh side out.
    — Maurice H. Decker, Outdoor Life, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Tie each strip loosely into a knot.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Just wear your bodysuit loosely and freely, as seen above.
    — Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Crushed pills were stored loosely in plastic bags.
    — Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Her arms moved out and dangled loosely, chimp-like.
    — Ron Arias, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Fill in around the plant with soil, packing it loosely around the stem.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
  • Her look was paired with strappy heels and her hair was worn loosely pulled back.
    — Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Well, sort of—but only loosely.
    — Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026
  • Tie it around the brim or let the ends hang loosely at the back for a more relaxed look.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 23 May 2026
  • Shake out the blanket and loosely place it in the dryer drum.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2026
  • Place it on a baking sheet and loosely cover it with foil.
    — Cody Godwin, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
  • Turn down and cook at a simmer for half an hour, loosely covered.
    — Minerva Orduño Rincón, The Arizona Republic, 30 Mar. 2023
  • The songs are loosely organized around themes of loss and war.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 4 June 2026
  • Close the bag loosely and check daily until ready to use.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
  • Whisk the eggs and loosely quick fry while leaving fairly wet.
    — Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
  • The size of the scat pile loosely indicates the size of the bear that left it.
    — Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 30 May 2024
  • Once dry, fold or hang snow pants loosely to prevent creasing.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Cover or wrap it loosely with a clean, dry bandage.
    — Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 18 Aug. 2025
  • That’s not ideal if your clothes are just loosely tucked inside.
    — Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 20 May 2025
  • Reroll the dough sheets away from you into cylinders and loosely pinch them closed.
    — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
  • The action, to use the term loosely, takes place over 25 years.
    — Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Feb. 2023
  • That’s not ideal if your clothes are just loosely tucked inside.
    — Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Place those ever-so-firm pears in a paper bag and loosely fold the top closed.
    — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Comfortable pull-on work boots should fit more loosely than lace-up work boots.
    — Tony Carrick, Field & Stream, 28 Sep. 2023
  • Transfer the chicken to a platter and tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
    — Martha Stewart, 21 June 2026
  • Transfer the chops to a platter and loosely cover to keep warm.
    — Ann Maloney, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2023

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