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regulator

[reg-yuh-ley-ter] / ˈrɛg yəˌleɪ tər /
NOUN
something that regulates
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The Independent Football Regulator said it contacted West Ham over "extremely serious allegations" raised about Sullivan and said it was seeking "urgent information" from him about his suitability for the role.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

More than half, or 60%, of Canada’s power supply comes from hydroelectricity, according to the Canada Energy Regulator.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The Utility Regulator has warned that cuts in gas prices which took effect in April will be reversed if the crisis continues.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Regulator Ofwat opened an investigation into South East Water in January after repeated water supply failures to thousands of homes.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

His neighbor on this side had missed him, but he was as easily satisfied as the other had been, and Richard wondered whether he was not a Regulator.

From In School and Out or, The Conquest of Richard Grant. by Optic, Oliver




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