regulate

US /ˈreɡ.jə.leɪt/
UK /ˈreɡ.jə.leɪt/
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1.

control or maintain the rate or speed of (a machine or process) so that it operates properly

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The thermostat regulates the temperature.
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The government needs to regulate the banking industry.
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2.

control by means of rules or laws

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New laws were introduced to regulate the use of personal data.
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The industry is heavily regulated by the government.
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governcontrolsuperviseoverseepolice
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