This book is only a novel in the 'loose' sense of the word. [=the word “novel” does not usually refer to a book like this; many people would not consider the book a novel]
Ten advocacy groups from all parts of the country formed a 'loose' alliance/association/coalition to present their shared interests to Congress.
She's been 'cut loose' from her contract. [=the company/organization with whom she had a contract to work has ended the contract]
(..) start pulling you in. I'm gonna start... Hey, Doc. - Just hold on. Hang on. I am gonna pull you in. Ryan, listen. - I'm gonna pull you in. - You have to let me go. - No. The ropes are too loose. I'm pulling you with me. You have to let me go, or we both die. I'm not letting you go! We're fine! (..)2013 Gravity