After she pretended to go limp, the creature's grip eased slightly.
Crusher's grip eased; she opened her eyes and drew back in confusion.
He closed the gate behind them; his grip eased finally.
Hudson, his grip once eased, would have opportunity for a more powerful clutch.
Her grip on me eased, but did not let go.
The grip around his throat eased a little as the man moved to avoid the boot.
His grip eased, still holding her but without the desperation.
She tensed her muscles in preparation to attack, but his grip eased suddenly.
His grip on her arm eased, then his hand fell away.