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regulate

verb

Restrain the emission of (sound, fluid, etc.)

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
R
Ends with
E
Contains
EG
Scrabble score
9
CEFR level
B2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈɹɛɡjəleɪt

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Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. Restrain the emission of (sound, fluid, etc.)

verb

  1. Fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of

    “Regulate the temperature”

verb

  1. Shape or influence; give direction to

    “Experience often determines ability”

verb

  1. Bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations

    “We cannot regulate the way people dress”

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Example Sentences

Regulate the temperature
Modulate the pitch
Experience often determines ability
Mold public opinion
We cannot regulate the way people dress
This town likes to regulate

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