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Word: loosens (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1980-1989
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...zoning package, known as the Harvard Square Overlay District, also would loosen parking requirements and allow retail stores in some areas where they are now barred...

Author: By Louisa C. Lund, | Title: Harvard Square in Transition | 2/4/1986 | See Source »

...wise for the Democrats to loosen their public ties with organized groups. But this disentanglement must be accompanied by a strong confirmation of support for the principles those groups are supposed to represent. The main thing should not be the NAACP endorsement, or putting x number of NOW members on a commission, but rather putting forth proposals for job programs and child care for working mothers, and fighting to uphold civil rights measures now being eroded...

Author: By Ariela J. Gross, | Title: Political Posturing | 11/5/1985 | See Source »

...Tigers will be using a Wing-T offense that Rogerson brought to Princeton straight from the playbook of the formation's father, Delaware Coach Tubby Raymond. The Wing-T is traditionally a run-first, pass-at-last-resort offense, but with Butler the visitors should loosen up the traditionally conservative game...

Author: By Nick Wurf, | Title: Butler Aviation Takes Flight Today | 10/26/1985 | See Source »

...number of people affected. Gum disease is caused by bacteria that produce a colorless, sticky film called plaque, which, if left undisturbed by a toothbrush or dental floss, leaves a hard residue known as tartar. As plaque accumulates along the gum line, pockets of inflammation form, which eventually loosen teeth and wear away the underlying bone...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Medicine: Today's Dentistry: a New Drill | 9/9/1985 | See Source »

...other issues as well, obstacles appear to outweigh opportunities. The Administration would like to loosen some restrictions on U.S.-Soviet trade, but the Pentagon is concerned about Moscow's acquiring American technology that could have military applications. The two sides have been dickering for years over opening new consulates, but the recent wave of spy scandals in the U.S. has increased FBI concerns about Soviet diplomatic offices' providing cover for KGB agents. Also, Soviet and American diplomats have been discussing cooperation in regions where the superpowers support opposing forces: Afghanistan, the Middle East and southern Africa. But these talks...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Seeking the Tonic Effect | 7/15/1985 | See Source »

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