“Loose” vs. “Lose”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 4, 2023
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The difference between “loose” and “lose”
- "Loose" refers to something that is not tight or securely in place, while "lose" refers to no longer having possession of something.
- "Loose" can also mean not strict or exact, while "lose" can indicate failing to win or attain something.
- "Loose" can refer to someone not being restrained, while "lose" can mean becoming unable to find something.
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What is the definition of “loose” and “lose”?
Loose
- Not tight or fixed firmly in place
- Not strict or exact
- Not bundled up or restrained
Lose
- To no longer have possession of something
- To fail to win or attain
- To become deprived of or not able to find something
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Lose” is the more popular variant on the web.
Loose
483,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- I need to tighten this screw because it's loose.
- The dress I bought was too loose and I had to exchange it for a smaller size.
- The dog got loose from the backyard and ran down the street.
More popular
Lose
1,250,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- I don't want to lose my keys again so I'm putting them in a safe place.
- If I continue to eat junk food, I'll lose all the progress I've made in my diet.
- He couldn't handle the pressure and lost the game for his team.
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