regulate
verb (used with object)
to control or direct by a rule, principle, method, etc..
regulating
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present participleof regulate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The results suggest that CRH receptor 1 on OPCs plays an important role not only in repairing myelin after injury, but also in regulating how myelin develops in the first place.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 14, 2026
I saw something on TikTok where someone said our need for a walk-around beverage is emotionally regulating, so I think that’s a key part of this whole experience.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
In the same way that the reason why you’re seeing larger numbers of elected officials talk about regulating data centers is because they are reading the public temperature.
From Slate ● Aug. 10, 2026
Oceans absorb most of the excess heat caused by humanity's carbon emissions and therefore play a key role in regulating the climate.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
The shower alone has a panel with more than a hundred options you can choose regulating water temperature, pressure, soaps, shampoos, scents, oils, and massaging sponges.
From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
