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]
(..) Get out the QRH. Lost both engines. Mayday Mayday, we lost both engines, we're turning to La Guardia. Okay you need to turn to La Guardia? Turn left at . Which engine did you loose? Both, both engines. Check those flight ignition. Ignition? Ignition. Thrust lighters. Idle? (..)2016 Sully