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voltage regulator

American  

noun

Electricity.
  1. a device that controls or maintains the voltage of an electrical circuit. VR


Etymology

Origin of voltage regulator

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

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France's Arcom media regulator said in research published Tuesday that those aged between 12 and 17 were increasingly turning to generative AI companions.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

Elon Musk's X has committed to cracking down on illegal content to protect UK users, Britain's media regulator said Friday, as it steps up pressure on social media platforms.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Gabon's media regulator has announced the suspension of social media platforms "until further notice", saying online content has fuelled conflict and deepened divisions in the country.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

In January, Britain's media regulator Ofcom opened a probe into the social media platform X, which hosts Grok, for failing to meet its safety obligations.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

Guidance regarding violence against women and girls' from the media regulator, Ofcom, has to be taken seriously, she adds - and "must be made a mandatory code of practice with consequences for non-compliance".

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

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