loosen; become less crowded; flexible; financially comfortable
Meanings
4 senses · 12 examplesverb
to become less crowded; to clear up (of space)
Used to describe spaces or areas becoming less packed with people.
As the train approached the terminal station, the carriages became much less crowded.
Once the people in front get off, the doorway will clear up.
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After the holiday, the scenic area became much less crowded.
adjective
financially comfortable; well-off; not tight (of money)
informalInformal usage describing having enough money to spend.
I'm financially comfortable this month, so I can buy a new phone.
Business has been good recently, so I'm much better off.
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Once he gets his salary, he'll have more money to spare.
verb
to be loose; to wobble (of teeth, screws, etc.); not tight
Describes physical objects that are not firmly fixed.
One of my front teeth is loose.
This screw is loose and needs to be tightened.
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The chair leg is a bit wobbly, so be careful when sitting.
verb
to become flexible; to soften (of stance, attitude); to ease up
Used for abstract concepts like policies, attitudes, or relationships becoming less rigid.
During the negotiations, both sides' tones softened somewhat.
On this issue, his attitude finally became more flexible.
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As the situation changed, the company's policy also became more relaxed.