slacken
UK/'slækәn/US
TOEFLGREC1
Definitions
v.
To gradually become or make less tight, fast, or intense.
（使）松弛，（使）减缓，（使）减弱
Root Breakdown
Native Englishslackother
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ento put into, to cause
=slacken
Common Collocations
- 1.slacken the pace放慢速度
- 2.slacken off松懈，减缓
- 3.slacken one's grip放松抓握
- 4.[slacken demand]需求减弱
Example Sentences
- 1.
The runner began to slacken his pace as he approached the finish line.
- 2.
Demand for the product slackened considerably after the initial excitement wore off.
- 3.
You should slacken the rope a little to give the knot more flexibility.