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regulate v. [
modulate] fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of; "regulate the temperature"; "modulate the pitch"
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regulate v. [
regularize, regularise, order, govern] bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations; "We cannot regulate the way people dress"; "This town likes to regulate"
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regulate v. [
determine, shape, mold, influence] shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability"; "mold public opinion"
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regulate v. [
baffle] check the emission of (sound)
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