regulate

[reg-yuh-leyt] / ˈrɛg yəˌleɪt /

VERB

manage, organize

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adjust administer balance classify conduct control coordinate determine govern handle improve monitor oversee readjust rectify standardize supervise

STRONG

adapt allocate arrange correct direct dispose fit fix guide legislate measure moderate modulate order reconcile rule run set settle square superintend systematize temper time true tune

WEAK

methodize pull things together put in order shape up straighten up tune up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

damage mismanage neglect obey waver worsen

STRONG

confuse disagree disarrange disorder disorganize displace disturb halt leave misguide mislead mix up serve soften unsettle upset

WEAK

deregulate

Example Sentences

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She also said she was fed up with the "relentless criticism" about her appearance from online trolls, but has urged others to ensure they use the proper regulated channels for health-related reasons only.

From BBC

The bull case is that earnings growth is accelerating, with many regulated utilities targeting high-single digit earnings growth, better than most consumer staples.

From Barron's

Electrolytes - minerals like sodium, potassium and magnesium - help regulate nerves, muscles and fluid balance in the body.

From BBC

The added skeletal muscle mass not only helps with posture, but with metabolism, bone density and regulating hormones, he says.

From Los Angeles Times

Since 1887, when Congress created the Interstate Commerce Commission to regulate railroad rates, the government has had semi-independent boards and commissions led by a mix of Republicans and Democrats.

From Los Angeles Times

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