expression, ichidan verb
let up; ease off; relent
Used when someone reduces strictness, pressure, or intensity in an action or attitude. Often implies a deliberate relaxation of effort or severity.
彼は仕事の手を緩めずに最後までやり遂げた。
He finished the job without letting up.
もう少し手を緩め
Why don't you ease off a little and let your subordinates handle it?