1
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 outer shell naturally regulates temperature and wicks moisture to keep heat from building up.
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ABC News, 16 May 2026
How Shift Work Disrupts Your Body Clock The circadian rhythm is a roughly 24-hour internal clock regulated primarily by light.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2026
These picks will keep you cool in the summer heat thanks to the linen’s temperature-regulating properties, while looking cool thanks to their effortlessly chic shape.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Hormonal birth control uses synthetic hormones to regulate the menstrual cycle and prevent ovulation.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
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ABC News, 16 May 2026
How Shift Work Disrupts Your Body Clock The circadian rhythm is a roughly 24-hour internal clock regulated primarily by light.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2026
These picks will keep you cool in the summer heat thanks to the linen’s temperature-regulating properties, while looking cool thanks to their effortlessly chic shape.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Hormonal birth control uses synthetic hormones to regulate the menstrual cycle and prevent ovulation.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for regulate
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The war in Myanmar has displaced millions, divided the country into military- and non-military-controlled areas, and gutted the economy and healthcare system.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
16 May 2026
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According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, PSP is caused by damage to nerve cells in areas of the brain that control thinking and body movements.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
16 May 2026
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Reece James ticks the most boxes, but would need to be managed through a tournament that could involve eight matches in 33 days.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Analysts also cheered the launch of software tools for developers and AI agents to manage and transact with USDC, Circle's flagship stablecoin.—
Tanaya Macheel,
CNBC,
12 May 2026
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According to a source briefed on the situation, the illness was contained to the Victoire.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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The public ferry contains a ramp, but wheelchair users arriving by the small guest-only boats will need assistance getting on and off.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Our Rescue provided resources to help pay for software to search suspects’ computers and cellphones, according to Liam Doyle, supervising investigator with the district attorney’s office.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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The lawsuit claims that Santana was the lead detective assigned to the case, while Smith was the sergeant who supervised the investigative team.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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In California, however, consumer demands to curb utility profits have not been heeded.—
Marc Levy,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2026
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In July 2025, Milei’s government reduced export taxes on beef and poultry and removed production quotas to encourage overseas sales, reversing part of the restrictions imposed under former President Alberto Fernández to curb rising domestic prices.—
Clara Preve,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
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Despite the lawsuit, Young and the Chrome Hearts continued to operate under that moniker, playing a string of gigs together before Young canceled the entirety of their 2026 tour.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
15 May 2026
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Those relationships matter because the next insurance commissioner cannot operate in a silo.—
Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards,
Mercury News,
15 May 2026
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The Adam Lippes design replaced the cleaner line of the tuxedo with a wider skirt and a more formal portrait neckline, keeping the color restrained while giving the silhouette more volume.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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Economists have pointed to the data-center buildout as a possible driver of demand for construction labor in 2026, even as homebuilding continues to be restrained by elevated interest rates.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
8 May 2026
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Nuno, who succeeded Graham Potter in late September on a three-year deal, has overseen 36 games, losing 16, winning 11 and drawing nine.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Pieces of the answer involve manufacturing missteps, capital allocation, and a board that – by the assessment of many industry analysts – lacked the semiconductor expertise to oversee the technology decisions in front of it.—
Bryce Hoffman,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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“Regulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regulate. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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