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]
(..) It's like you said it would be. -It's worse. OLSEN: Conner, get your nose out of that. None of your business. You're not leading this mission. Alright, let's cut these sorry bastards loose. Come on. Let's go. -Jericho, come in. MAN : Watch that. OLSEN: Come in, Jericho. (..)2009 Terminator Salvation