Loosen (a jar lid, eg) (7)

I believe the answer is:

unscrew

(Other definitions for unscrew that I've seen before include "Take the top off" , "Remove top" , "Unfasten by twisting" , "Loosen" , "Twist and open" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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