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]
(..) I don't need them to pay for the car. I just need them to buy the oil. What exactly is going on with you anyway? Is it like menopause? Same idea. Not enough lady juice. Skin gets loose, tits get saggy. Hulk get angry. God! Do not do that! Jesus. I know what you can do. You find an old lady lifer (..)2013 TvShow: Orange Is the New Black Title: The Chickening Season: 1 Episode 5