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Meaning of turn loose | Babel Free

Verb CEFR B2

Definitions

To release or let go; to permit (someone or something) to roam freely or to act freely.

idiomatic, transitive

Examples

“Don't turn the dog loose in the yard before you check whether the gate is closed.”
“He's so creative, and I'd love to turn him loose in my garden sometime and see what he dreams up.”
“Phil - we're turning you loose on this hospital project. Please start right away.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

turn off turn on turn on its head turn on one's heel turn on the waterworks turn one's back

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