English to English verb
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fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of | | Example: regulate the temperature modulate the pitch
source: wordnet30
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bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations | | Example: We cannot regulate the way people dress This town likes to regulate
source: wordnet30
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shape or influence; give direction to | | Example: experience often determines ability mold public opinion
source: wordnet30
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check the emission of (sound) | | source: wordnet30
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To adjust by rule, method, or established mode; to direct by rule or restriction; to subject to governing principles or laws. | | source: webster1913
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