1. “Lose” 1. “Lose” is a verb which means to misplace or come to be without something. EX: James Bond can LOSE anyone who is chasing him. EX: Somehow I always manage to LOSE my car keys!

2. “Lose” 2. “Lose” is also a verb meaning to fail to win or to face defeat EX: If they don’t score more points they will LOSE the game. EX: The Lions managed to not thoroughly LOSE this season

3. “Loose” 3. “Loose” is an adjective that means something is not contained, held back, or tied down in some way. EX: The cows got LOOSE and wandered through the streets of Salem when their owners were hanged. EX: If you are LOOSE with your words, the enemy will discover our plans. EX: The girl didn’t use barrettes; instead she wore her hair down and LOOSE.

4. “Loose” 4. “Loose” can also be a verb meaning to release something or set it free. EX: After pulling the bowstring back, the archer will LOOSE the arrow at the target. EX: Pigeons like to fly over people without hats and LOOSE their feces on the targets below.