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
Golden cats help regulate the ecosystem by keeping the amount of small mammals and rodents in check through hunting, officials said.
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Irene Wright
july 8, Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
The ETFs are regulated by the SEC and must abide by strict compliance, reporting, and security standards to be approved.
—Alexander S. Blume, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
In addition to promoting feelings of fullness, regulating bowels, and assisting in blood sugar control, fiber helps to lower cholesterol.
—Barbie Cervoni, Verywell Health, 7 July 2025
Rio’s mayor has issued a decree to regulate the city’s 30 miles of coastline, including rules on vendors, music and the beach’s aesthetic.
—Dado Galdieri, New York Times, 6 July 2025
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Irene Wright
july 8, Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
The ETFs are regulated by the SEC and must abide by strict compliance, reporting, and security standards to be approved.
—Alexander S. Blume, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
In addition to promoting feelings of fullness, regulating bowels, and assisting in blood sugar control, fiber helps to lower cholesterol.
—Barbie Cervoni, Verywell Health, 7 July 2025
Rio’s mayor has issued a decree to regulate the city’s 30 miles of coastline, including rules on vendors, music and the beach’s aesthetic.
—Dado Galdieri, New York Times, 6 July 2025
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The three main causes of hydroplaning are: Vehicle speed - When a vehicle's speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases.—
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Updated July 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 July 2025
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Since 1980, for instance, neither party has controlled the Senate for more than eight consecutive years; never has the Senate changed hands so often over such a long period.—
Ronald Brownstein,
Twin Cities,
10 July 2025
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Shakur’s Instagram account, managed by his estate, reposted the message.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
5 July 2025
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His podcast with son and managing partner and pollster Jeremy Zogby can be heard here.—
Paul Bedard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 July 2025
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For reference, a cigarette typically contains 10 to 15 mg of nicotine.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
1 July 2025
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The new collection contains 20 examples of chain-making expertise, many of which are paved with diamonds and paired with statement gems.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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All of it is medically supervised and adjusted throughout the stay.—
Nel-Olivia Waga,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Each student had a spiritual director, and Prevost chose Sister Lyn Osiek, who also supervised his theological-reflection class.—
Belinda Luscombe,
Time,
1 July 2025
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The state media commentary on blind-box toys is reminiscent of Beijing's regulations on video games in recent years, which were aimed at curbing gaming addiction and unsupervised in-game purchases by minors.—
Anniek Bao,Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
4 July 2025
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The series also highlighted the fact that previous efforts to curb the problem through better training for students and more accountability for coaches and other school employees routinely failed at the hands of legislators in Frankfort.—
Stephanie Kuzydym,
The Courier-Journal,
3 July 2025
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The smart device pairs with Alexa, Siri, and Google Home and can be operated via an app.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
9 July 2025
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Today, the University of Arizona operates the project with a different mission.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
9 July 2025
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There have been no recorded shoe bombings, in the sky or on the ground, since passengers and crew subdued and restrained Reid on that 2001 flight.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
10 July 2025
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Crew members and passengers noticed and restrained him.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
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As President of the shingle, Williams oversees all television, film, and unscripted development and production.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
30 June 2025
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Kling, who grew up in Kansas and turns 68 in October, has overseen a period of tremendous growth for the city.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
30 June 2025
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“Regulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regulate. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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