loosely

adverb

Definition of looselynext
as in generally

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Recent Examples of loosely The Levi’s logo, loosely shaped like a jeans pant pocket, was shrouded in a white covering — but the move counterintuitively generated buzz for the company on social media from amused fans. — Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 26 June 2026 This is the latest good news for fans of the long-running animation franchise that explores the fairy tale world and is loosely based on William Steig’s 1990 picture book, Shrek! — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2026 Paper Tiger is loosely based on an incident in Gray’s life about when his family had a run-in with the Russian mafia during 1980s NYC. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 25 June 2026 My trip loosely followed one of Relais & Châteaux’s Routes du Bonheur—itineraries first conceived in the 1950s to link memorable hotels and restaurants along scenic roads. — Adam Erace, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for loosely
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generally
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  • Damaged or bruised portions of fruits and vegetables should be cut away, or the produce should be discarded, and produce should generally be refrigerated within two hours of purchase, per MCHD.
    — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
  • Coop — who has been practicing his knots, learning how to drive the tender, and generally being attentive and curious about his new job — does wonderfully, which earns him some praise from the bosun.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 30 June 2026
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