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]
(..) that gets too close is doomed -- Planets, stars, even whole solar systems. And don't think this is some faraway phenomenon. Black holes are on the loose Right here in our own cosmic neighborhood. We now know there are wandering nomads Throughout (..)2010 TvShow: How the Universe Works Title: Black Holes Season: 1 Episode 2