To transition from a tightly constrained state to a more relaxed or less tense condition, often resulting in a decrease in pressure or firmness.

To exhibit a reduction in rigidity or strictness, leading to a state of greater flexibility or relaxation, whether in physical objects or emotional states.

To lose intensity or strictness in a governing or regulatory context, resulting in a more lenient or less demanding approach.

To experience a loosening or softening process in response to environmental factors, such as weather conditions affecting soil or other materials.

To allow one's mental or emotional tension to ease, often leading to a sense of fatigue or a more laid-back demeanor.