losevsloose.com

It's lose, not loose 😩.

(or vice versa)

We see it all the time – people mixing up "lose" and "loose". This site is here to clear up the confusion once and for all.

A common mistake is using "loose" when you mean "lose". Remember, you could lose your phone πŸ“±, but your shoe lace πŸ‘ž could be loose.

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What does "lose" mean?

/lo͞oz/ (verb)

"Lose" is a verb that means to misplace, be defeated, or fail to win.

Examples:

  • "I don’t want to lose my keys." πŸ—οΈ
  • "They will lose the game if they don't play well." ⚽
πŸ‘‰ https://www.dictionary.com/browse/lose

What does "loose" mean?

/lo͞os/ (adjective)

"Loose" is an adjective that means not tight or free from constraint.

Examples:

  • "The dog got loose from its leash." πŸ•
  • "I prefer loose clothing for comfort." πŸ‘š
πŸ‘‰ https://www.dictionary.com/browse/loose

Memory aid

Remember, you "lose" an "o" when you lose something. "Loose" has more "o's", so it’s not tight.