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as in controlling
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 supervising
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 regulating
The administration argues the tariffs are aimed at regulating foreign commerce, not raising revenue.
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Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The brief contends that regulating super PAC contributions imposes minimal constraints on free speech rights.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Kurt's key takeaways The GUARD Act represents a bold step toward regulating the intersection of minors and AI chatbots.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
The most beneficial types for regulating glucose contain the lowest amount of carbs, paired with the highest fiber content.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 5 Nov. 2025
Indeed, China joined with Russia in September to push for a six-month extension of the JCPOA, arguing that more time was needed for diplomatic efforts and pointing to what Beijing saw as signs that Iran wanted to engage with the international community on regulating its nuclear program.
—Melissa Bell, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2025
Monkeys seen in water like this are likely searching for food, escaping danger, regulating their body temperature, or playing, researchers at the Wisconsin National Primate Research Centers say.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
The Consumer Data Industry Association, which represents credit bureaus, did not respond to a request for comment about the new CFPB rule, but the industry group has argued that regulating medical debt should be left to the federal government.
—Kff Health News, Oc Register, 28 Oct. 2025
The city follows state statutes regulating alcohol and tobacco locations; Washington County handles licensing of tobacco for the city, Stopa said.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 26 Oct. 2025
Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The brief contends that regulating super PAC contributions imposes minimal constraints on free speech rights.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Kurt's key takeaways The GUARD Act represents a bold step toward regulating the intersection of minors and AI chatbots.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
The most beneficial types for regulating glucose contain the lowest amount of carbs, paired with the highest fiber content.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 5 Nov. 2025
Indeed, China joined with Russia in September to push for a six-month extension of the JCPOA, arguing that more time was needed for diplomatic efforts and pointing to what Beijing saw as signs that Iran wanted to engage with the international community on regulating its nuclear program.
—Melissa Bell, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2025
Monkeys seen in water like this are likely searching for food, escaping danger, regulating their body temperature, or playing, researchers at the Wisconsin National Primate Research Centers say.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
The Consumer Data Industry Association, which represents credit bureaus, did not respond to a request for comment about the new CFPB rule, but the industry group has argued that regulating medical debt should be left to the federal government.
—Kff Health News, Oc Register, 28 Oct. 2025
The city follows state statutes regulating alcohol and tobacco locations; Washington County handles licensing of tobacco for the city, Stopa said.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 26 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regulating
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Out of 111 families surveyed, about 20 percent of them now own a controlling stake in a sports team, its 2025 Principal Discussions Report said.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
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In one sequence, a single soldier was shown controlling nine wolf robots and six drones simultaneously, using a real-time 3D battlefield interface.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
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Policies that prevent managers from supervising or evaluating their partners are a start.—
Emily Nix,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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Though supervising shifts pay more.—
Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly said the central bank must strike a balance between its dual mandates, curbing inflation and supporting the labor market.—
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CNBC,
4 Nov. 2025
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Taking into account the 10 percent reduction of tariffs related to China’s commitment to curbing fentanyl, the country’s duty burden currently stands at 47 percent—lower than that of India (50 percent) and identical to neighboring Hong Kong.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Nov. 2025
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Containment is part of a larger plan for managing a wildfire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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The National Institutes of Health has tips for managing symptoms, including limiting alcohol and caffeine, and maintaining a healthy body weight.—
Allison Aubrey,
NPR,
11 Nov. 2025
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Look 5 degrees to the lower left of the Pleiades to find the patch of sky containing Uranus.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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The recall was initiated because products containing wheat were incorrectly placed into packaging that doesn't list the presence of wheat, according to the FDA.—
Chad Murphy,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Nov. 2025
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There’s not much Fisher Robay in this episode; outside a brief glimpse of Ron overseeing the progress on the mall development, there’s only one scene set at work.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Judge Jack McConnell, who is overseeing the case, ordered the administration to make at least partial benefits as soon as possible by tapping the contingency fund, and to investigate if other money could be used.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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Bure is keeping her faith — and her Christmas crown — shining bright.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Martin legitimately pinned the Saints’ offense on almost every drive in the first half, keeping the game close, even with New Orleans leading at halftime.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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For instance, his administration gave the green light to hundreds of cattle ranches that had been operating illegally in tribal lands awaiting protections.—
Adriana Brasileiro,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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The state lost two rural hospitals in the Chippewa Valley in 2024, and many more are operating at a loss, according to the latest numbers from the Wisconsin Hospital Association.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Regulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regulating. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.
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