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to regulate
01
to control the amount or degree of something for adjusting it to a required level or quality
02
to control or adjust something in a way that agrees with rules and regulations
03
shape or influence; give direction to
04
restrain the emission of (sound, fluid, etc.)
Example
Interstate commerce laws regulate trade between states.
The nucleus, an organelle housing genetic material, regulates cell activities.
Local ordinances regulate matters such as zoning, noise levels, and pet ownership within a municipality.
The manager is actively regulating safety protocols for the workplace.
The autonomic nervous system regulates functions such as heart rate and digestion.
