REGULATE Synonyms: 82 Similar and Opposite Words

regulate

verb

ˈre-gyə-ˌlāt

Definition of regulate

as in to control

to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression) you would be well advised to regulate your enthusiasm for the venture and pause to consider the risk involved

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as in to manage

to look after and make decisions about the government agency that regulates the nuclear power industry in this country

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Recent Examples of regulate The Roanoke River flows from Virginia into North Carolina and has lower sections regulated by hydroelectric projects, according to Paddle Guide. — Mark Price july 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026 Similarly, banana slugs in the California redwood forest have inspired experimental water-regulating architecture. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 July 2026 The death prompted the Arkansas Department of Education, which regulates daycares, to suspend Thursday the license of Hope Academy, which is owned and operated by Hope Jones, according to a letter sent to the daycare. — Grant Lancaster, Arkansas Online, 9 July 2026 How to avoid heat illness When temperatures are extremely high, some people’s bodies can have trouble regulating temperature. — Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for regulate

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Ndoye didn't shoot on his first touch of the ball, though, and that slight hesitation to control the ball and gather for a shot left just enough time for Argentina to swoop in to block the shot.

— Andrew Greif, NBC news, 12 July 2026
Whereas North County cities account for about 20% of the county’s population, their mayors control 40% of the seats on SANDAG’s 20-member board.

— Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026

Definition of control

Verb

Tracy, who managed several of the current Red Sox players in Triple A earlier this season, isn’t surprised by their success.

— Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 12 July 2026
According to a source, Oman has drafted a proposal to manage traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key sticking point in the conflict.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 12 July 2026

Definition of manage

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During Arriaga’s autopsy, medical examiners found her blood to contain the opiate Demerol at 793 nanograms per milliliter, according to the warrant.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
Each cluster contained a simple RLC resonator — a resistor, capacitor, and inductor, a combination that creates an oscillating electrical signal at a particular frequency.

— Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 15 July 2026

Definition of contain

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Adults should closely supervise children around water and avoid distractions such as reading, using a phone, or other activities that take attention away from swimmers, the agency states on its website.

— Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 10 July 2026
Illinois resident Mwite Emily Kasanga, who went by Emily, died at 34 after allegedly choking on food when her care team failed to supervise her eating despite known risks, according to a July 6 complaint obtained by PEOPLE.

— Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026

Definition of supervise

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Protein coffee can help boost daily protein intake, curb hunger and support muscle maintenance, all in one grab-and-go drink.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
Protein is more satiating than carbohydrates alone, so pairing it with a morning coffee can help curb hunger before lunch.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026

Definition of curb

Verb

But if Texas doesn’t allow sports betting, how can these markets operate in the state?

— Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2026
Marine engines operate under sustained high RPM and are exposed to moisture, which requires additional protection against wear and corrosion.

— John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2026

Definition of operate

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The filet mignon stays classy and restrained, while the dry-aged New York strip and ribeye lean deeper into the richness people come to steakhouses for in the first place.

— Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
Litchfield’s most exuberant inmate, Taystee is deeply impacted by the death of her best friend, Poussey, who was being restrained incorrectly by a prison guard.

— Gwen Ihnat, Entertainment Weekly, 11 July 2026

Definition of restrain

Verb

In these roles, Clancey oversaw a collection of more than 85,000 artifacts and led the conception and production of exhibitions spanning ancient history, the Civil Rights movement and contemporary art.

— Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado July 9, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026
Based in New York, Delahunt will oversee On’s direct-to-consumer channels, spanning both digital and retail, as well as the brand’s focus on customer loyalty.

— Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 9 July 2026

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