The farmer decided to turn the horses loose in the field.
turn loose
idiomTo release or let go; to permit (someone or something) to roam freely or to act freely.
After the long winter, we finally turned the dogs loose in the backyard to run around.
The director turned the actors loose on stage, encouraging them to improvise their lines and explore the characters freely.
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all bedlam breaks loose
The situation becomes chaotic or characterized by conflict or rage.
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all hell breaks loose
The situation becomes chaotic or characterized by conflict or rage.
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Buggins's turn
A humorous, disparaging term for the appointment of a person by rotation or promotion, on the basis of length of service (it being that person's "turn") rather than merit or level of qualification.
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cast loose
To unfasten, loosen, or set free.
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cut loose
To loosen or set free someone or something.
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cut one loose
To flatulate; to fart.
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cut someone loose
To let someone go from something, such as a position, relationship, or obligation.
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everything one touches turns to gold
Everything someone uses or does succeeds or becomes better.
Last updated April 17, 2026