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regulator

[reg-yuh-ley-ter] / ˈrɛg yəˌleɪ tər /
NOUN
something that regulates
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In January, India's civil aviation regulator imposed a fine of $2.45 million on IndiGo for poor roster planning that led to large-scale cancellations in December.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

The news comes as Microsoft and AWS have both offered commitments to the regulator linked to how they handle data transfer fees and interoperability as part of a broader probe.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The regulator now expects its compensation program to cost the industry 7.5 billion pounds—9% less than its previous estimate—or 9.1 billion pounds including administrative expenses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

An article on the Xtend website celebrates the regulator granting the device a designation to evaluate its utility in treating progeria, a disease that causes children to age prematurely.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

After the expedition, Neal Beidleman pointed out that if Andy’s regulator had become fouled with ice, the gauge might have registered empty even though the canisters were full, which would explain his bizarre obstinacy.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer