modulated

past tense of modulate

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Recent Examples of modulated But their specific details and strictness have modulated between political administrations in recent years. Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 1 June 2026 Interestingly, the entanglement levels can be modulated on demand through these vibrations. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026 At other times, the cloak reads as an exterior, modulated, flowing sculptural layer—almost like a cloud that envelops the building, as with the Luma Tower in Arles, France. Norman Foster, Artforum, 26 Mar. 2026 At startup, the flat-six engine’s titanium exhaust sounds rowdier than that of the average 911, but is modulated enough to make long drives untaxing. Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2026 Lopatin’s score modulated between tension and unbearable anxiety until its poignant (Iggy Pop–assisted) catharsis. Jack Denton, Vulture, 30 Dec. 2025 Bassett transmits the surreal shock of learning that her vows were spoken on shaky ground—and makes over-the-top seem properly modulated. Niela Orr, New Yorker, 22 Dec. 2025 The researchers suggest this strategy may be shared by other deep-vent species, modulated by the local chemistry of their relevant habitats. New Atlas, 16 Nov. 2025 The two-term governor has modulated climate policy in some cases, but, in general, has refused to yield to threats from the business community about the costs of action. Justin Worland, Time, 14 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modulated
Verb
  • Sheehan adjusted, navigating the next three innings efficiently without giving up a run.
    Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
  • After about 30 minutes, eyes should be adjusted to the dark enough to see the meteor showers, according to the agency.
    Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 21 July 2026
Verb
  • While Kalshi isn’t legally considered a gambling platform, as the app is regulated like commodity trading, multiple states have filed lawsuits to enforce gaming laws.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 24 July 2026
  • The number of restaurants in the area is not regulated, and restaurants already are allowed to sell alcohol, according to the staff report.
    Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 23 July 2026
Verb
  • This post was corrected to reflect that the WHCA dinner will be held at the Waldorf Astoria.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 21 July 2026
  • Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 corrected a historical exclusion against women in the workforce, using incentives and quotas to address the imbalance.
    Wael Mahdi, semafor.com, 21 July 2026
Verb
  • Things slowly improved as drummers were encouraged at Arrowhead, but even a big turnout of 20,000 fans looked tiny in a stadium that could seat four times that number.
    Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
  • Lathan is one of four returning starters for Kansas and there’s optimism the defense will be improved.
    Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

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“Modulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modulated. Accessed 26 Jul. 2026.

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