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]
(..) One at a time. Drive it in deep and hope it sticks. - Go! We'll see about that! McQueen's going inside! - Chick and King are loose! - I think McQueen's out! - McQueen saved it! - He's back on the track! - Float like a Cadillac... - Sting like a Beemer! (..)2006 Cars
(..) This ain't asphalt, son. This is dirt. Oh, great. What do you want? You here to gloat? You don't have three-wheel brakes, so you got to pitch it hard, break it loose and then just drive it with the throttle. Give it too much, you'll be outta the dirt and into the tulips. So you're a judge, (..)2006 Cars