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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 managing
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
As the closest living relatives to animals today, their genomes harbor versions of Sox and POU genes, which play pivotal roles in regulating cellular behavior.
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Scott Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This pathway is involved in regulating cellular processes related to growth, metabolism, and aging.
—Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 10 Dec. 2024
While some states have moved forward with their own laws regulating the use of social media, state attorneys general are urging Congress to pass the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA).
—Emma Roth, The Verge, 10 Dec. 2024
Areas of the brain that are important for thinking and regulating impulses and emotions are rapidly developing during the adolescent years, and are susceptible to the external influences of social media.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Film capacitors require heat-resistant materials as these are used for regulating power quality in diverse types of power systems.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 6 Dec. 2024
These Ariat boots provide ergonomic support on uneven terrain and temperature-regulating technology for your feet.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2024
Governments can and should take a proactive role in funding and regulating AI infrastructure to prevent monopolization and ensure equitable access.
—Gerui Wang, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
This best-selling set is made from a breathable, temperature-regulating material that even hot sleepers find comfortable, according to reviews.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Scott Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This pathway is involved in regulating cellular processes related to growth, metabolism, and aging.
—Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 10 Dec. 2024
While some states have moved forward with their own laws regulating the use of social media, state attorneys general are urging Congress to pass the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA).
—Emma Roth, The Verge, 10 Dec. 2024
Areas of the brain that are important for thinking and regulating impulses and emotions are rapidly developing during the adolescent years, and are susceptible to the external influences of social media.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Film capacitors require heat-resistant materials as these are used for regulating power quality in diverse types of power systems.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 6 Dec. 2024
These Ariat boots provide ergonomic support on uneven terrain and temperature-regulating technology for your feet.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2024
Governments can and should take a proactive role in funding and regulating AI infrastructure to prevent monopolization and ensure equitable access.
—Gerui Wang, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
This best-selling set is made from a breathable, temperature-regulating material that even hot sleepers find comfortable, according to reviews.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regulating
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Social Media Management Tools Tools like Hootsuite and Sprout Social offer essential support for managing social media profiles, allowing brands to plan and schedule posts while tracking engagement metrics.Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Use plain language in your policies, and provide users with clear, easy-to-find controls for managing their preferences.Jodi Daniels, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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For nearly 50 years, Americans have gladly received lifesaving care from emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics – certified but unlicensed healthcare providers who work under the medical license of their supervising EMS physician.Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Our production designer was in another country, just building away to his heart’s content, and nobody was there supervising.Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
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The pistol was loaded with a Glock magazine containing six nine-millimeter full metal jacket rounds.Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Slow Cooker Beef Stew Stews provide a warm mix of foods in one pot, usually containing meat and vegetables.Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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And Andrew Ferguson Selected As Latest Picks The pivot keeping Frenkie de Jong out of the starting XI is Marc Casado, who has Pedri in front of him plus a Dani Olmo that played in the Westfalenstadion a number of times for his last club RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga.Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Owners can do a number of things to relieve this type of anxiety in dogs, such as leaving a long-lasting chew toy with them when leaving and keeping the radio on to muffle outside noises.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Since its founding in 1948, NASCAR has been a cornerstone of American motorsport, overseeing several high-profile racing series including the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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First United and Jones complained that the trustee overseeing the auction did not comply with Lopez’s instructions in the bankruptcy proceeding, as the bids were submitted under seal.Todd Spangler, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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After restraining Neely that day, Penny remained on scene when police arrived and later explained his actions to several NYPD officers.Eric Levenson, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
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Prosecutors have said Penny acted recklessly and negligently by restraining Neely in a chokehold for so long, even after Neely stopped moving.Gloria Pazmino, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
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Capella was charged with operating as a major trafficker, criminal possession of a weapon and criminally using drug paraphernalia.Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Amazon’s massive recommence infrastructure investments made over the last several years are showing clear signs of paying off, as operating profits surge.Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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By measuring the intensity of these Raman signals at specific wavelengths, lidar can provide information about the oil content in the water.Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
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Involve the kids in measuring, mixing, cleaning up, and of course, tasting some of the dough!Elisa Cinelli, Parents, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Regulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regulating. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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