Answer: loosening

AnswerCrossword Clue
looseningRelax (one's grip or muscles)
looseningMake more lax
looseningBecome relaxed or less tight
looseningMake (a connection or relationship) less strong
looseningLOOSEN, to make less tight
looseningMake (something tied, fastened, or fixed in place) less tight or firm
loosening(with reference to the bowels) Make or become relaxed before excretion