modulate

Example Sentences

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Olsen: How have you come to learn that distinction and how to modulate your performance, like knowing what you can do for a camera versus what you’re doing for the audience?

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2025

Our research has found that public opinion—unlike precision-guided export controls—can be difficult to modulate once unleashed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025

Despite his apparent willingness to modulate his stance based on new information, he remains cautious about declaring either a labor-market slump or victory over inflation.

From Barron's • Oct. 10, 2025

"You no longer have the protection of CO₂ to modulate the iron-hydrogen peroxide reaction."

From Science Daily • Nov. 26, 2024

It included a list of specimen arguments, explained how an audience could be swayed, and discussed everything from how to discredit a hostile witness to how best to modulate your voice when speaking.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith