cut loose

1. Speak or act without restraint, as in He cut loose with a string of curses . [Early 1800s]

2. Leave, clear out, as in Let's cut loose right now . [ Slang ; 1960s]

Example Sentences

Sealing victory on the 18th green allowed the pair to finally cut loose emotionally, grabbing each other tightly in a vice-like grip before demonstratively expressing their delight.

From BBC

The Giants struggle to stop the run, so cut loose Omarion Hampton and let Herbert scramble for a couple first downs.

From Los Angeles Times

At least Wayans gets to cut loose.

From Los Angeles Times

While the Chargers and Chiefs will treat Brazil strictly as business, leaving little room for exploring, Fouts and company — without handlers or translators — were cut loose on the streets of 1970s Tokyo.

From Los Angeles Times

“We’re that escape for a lot of people, and they have those four hours where they can get away from all that, enjoy the music and cut loose. It’s such a privilege and we don’t take it for granted.”

From Los Angeles Times