Definition of self-regulatingnext
as in automated
designed to replace or decrease human labor and especially physical labor a self-regulating thermostat runs the home's heating and cooling system

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Adjective
  • Meanwhile, assisted reproductive technologies have become more advanced, automated and accessible, the researchers say, yet fundamental biological questions about reproduction remain unanswered, particularly for long-duration missions.
    Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 4 Feb. 2026
  • According to the Accenture 2025 Global Banking Consumer Study, concerns about data privacy and security remain among the top factors shaping customer trust as banking becomes more automated and data-driven.
    Pam Kaur, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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  • State legislation under consideration would prohibit the sale of new handguns that are designed to be easily converted into fully automatic weapons.
    Cindy Camp, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Resort officials said the gondola stopped due to a mechanical alignment issue that triggered a safety sensor — bringing the lift to an automatic stop, Olympic Regional Development Authority and Gore Mountain said in a statement to Fox News Digital.
    Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 7 Feb. 2026
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“Self-regulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-regulating. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.

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