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 lawsuit argued that the new rules incorrectly preempt states’ powers to regulate how the interest generated by mortgage escrow accounts is handled. — P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026 Possible applications include textiles that automatically regulate air or light permeability as environmental conditions change. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2026 Nearly 73% of voters said standing up to China and establishing an American standard for how AI is regulated globally was important. — Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 13 Aug. 2026 Polymarket, Kalshi's main competitor, also offers mention markets, but only on its popular overseas site, which is not regulated by the CFTC. — Bobby Allyn, NPR, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for regulate

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The Ravens did that, committing only three penalties for 25 yards (the Eagles had 10 for 96), limiting their mistakes and controlling the line of scrimmage.

— Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Sprays to control Asian psyllids are needed, along with minor nutrient and traditional fertilizer applications.

— Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of control

Verb

Shielded from the elements and stocked with comforting amenities, this hotel manages to feel like part of the national park.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
Leeds United’s goalkeeper does not manage his social media accounts but his friends have kept him informed of the feverish reaction to his arrival.

— Beren Cross, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of manage

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The Cohen Building originally housed the Social Security Administration, an important piece of the New Deal legacy, and contains frescoes painted in the 1940s by famed artist Seymour Fogel on the entrance lobby walls, Okin said.

— Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026
Paul Robinson is accused of hiding a safe containing drugs and cash.

— Jennifer Borrasso, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of contain

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Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid summoned a staffer to repair a troubling divot, while linebacker Terrel Bernard supervised.

— Tim Graham, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
The fish are raised in ponds fed with river water that flows off the Gombori mountains, monitored constantly to ensure proper egg development, and supervised until just the right time arrives for harvesting, salting, and packaging.

— Felipe Riccio, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of supervise

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Hobart, Indiana, officers curbed the car and turned it over to Evergreen Park officers, police said.

— Dennis Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
The two leaders have met three times, but their diplomacy has not produced an agreement curbing Pyongyang’s nuclear program.

— Cleve R. Wootson Jr, Washington Post, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of curb

Verb

This strategic partnership with Miral involves Disney licensing its IP and providing oversight, while Miral funds, builds, and operates the park, paying royalties.

— Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026
Inspectors now have less of a presence in the orchards, which are located in isolated hills where armed groups operate with little interference, and concentrate on packing plants.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of operate

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Yet its bodywork is relatively restrained, avoiding the huge wings, complex vents and aggressive appendages found on many contemporary hypercars.

— Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
One of the topics raised by Cullen is that Championship clubs need to find ways to boost income alongside restraining costs.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of restrain

Verb

Hines, 66, appealed unsuccessfully to the governor and the courts, saying that the doctor who oversaw the May execution was unqualified and likely to botch his execution as well.

— CBS News, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
The new owners took over the keys to a tired and decaying club in the spring and have since overseen a summer renovation that has stretched from assembling a new first-team squad to restoring hot water to Hillsborough.

— Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026

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