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]
(..) - If this isn't it, I don't want to see the big one. - Push! - Go to the other side! Pomnenka has broken out of the crate! - She's loose in the wagon! - The wagon is controlled by Pomnenka? Why is Pomnenka angry? After riding in a crate for five days and five nights from Moscow, (..)1989 Dva lidi v zoo
(..) than about the baby. I only had moments to react. I slammed on the gas, threw it into a loop, and the calf trumpeted. All hell brook loose. The mom elephant heard her baby crying for help and headed back. I tried to turn the jeep, but the angry mother was in front (..)1989 Dva lidi v zoo