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]
(..) Come on. - What is this place? - The subconscious. That's where they take all the troublemakers. My hat feels loose. How do we get in? - Is that your hat? - Yeah, it's my hat. You sure, I don't know. Look at the label. (..)2015 Inside Out