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regulate
verb
restrain the emission of (sound, fluid, etc.)
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ˈɹɛɡjəleɪt
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verb
restrain the emission of (sound, fluid, etc.)
verb
fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of
“regulate the temperature”
verb
shape or influence; give direction to
“experience often determines ability”
verb
bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations
“We cannot regulate the way people dress”
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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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