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UK//wəz sˈɛt luːs//US//wəz sˈɛt lus//

Meaning of Was set loose

Released or allowed to escape from confinement.

In simple words: Allowed to go free.

Was set loose in a sentence

  • After years in captivity, the bird was set loose into the wild.
  • The prisoners were finally set loose after the trial.
  • When the dog was set loose, it immediately raced towards the water.
  • The researchers decided it was time to set the dolphins loose back into the ocean.
  • The protestors planned to set loose their ideas to inspire change.

How to use Was set loose

Use 'set loose' when talking about releasing someone or something. It's more suitable in storytelling or descriptive contexts.

Grammar pattern

set + object + loose

Memory hint

Imagine a dog being set loose in a park to run free.

Related words

Collocations with Was set loose

  • set loose a dog
  • was set loose from prison
  • set loose into nature

Synonyms for Was set loose

  • released
  • set free
  • let go
  • freed
  • unleashed

Common mistakes with Was set loose

  • Confusing with 'set free' - both mean similar things but 'set loose' is often more dramatic.
  • Incorrectly using past tense 'was set loosed' - proper form is 'was set loose'.

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Frequently asked questions about Was set loose

What does Was set loose mean?

Allowed to go free.

What is the definition of Was set loose?

Released or allowed to escape from confinement.

How do you use Was set loose in a sentence?

After years in captivity, the bird was set loose into the wild.

Can you give another example of Was set loose?

The prisoners were finally set loose after the trial.

What are synonyms for Was set loose?

Common alternatives include released, set free, let go, freed, unleashed.

What words go with Was set loose?

It commonly pairs with set loose a dog, was set loose from prison, set loose into nature.

What are common mistakes when using Was set loose?

Confusing with 'set free' - both mean similar things but 'set loose' is often more dramatic. Incorrectly using past tense 'was set loosed' - proper form is 'was set loose'.

How do you pronounce Was set loose?

US: //wəz sˈɛt lus//, UK: //wəz sˈɛt luːs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Was set loose?

Use 'set loose' when talking about releasing someone or something. It's more suitable in storytelling or descriptive contexts.