self-regulative
adjective
used for or capable of controlling or adjusting oneself or itself.
self-regulatory
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a variation of
self-regulative.
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a word derived from
self-regulate.
self-regulateverb (used with or without object)to make necessary adjustments automatically or by means of built-in or internal mechanisms.
Example Sentences
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The German self-regulatory body responsible for age ratings of films didn’t rate the film for home entertainment, thus restricting its release in the country.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Jain previously spent five years leading a team of examiners at the National Futures Association, the self-regulatory organization of the derivatives industry.
From Barron's ● May 12, 2026
Those new investors are often guided by social media, where bravado spreads faster than accurate information, according to surveys from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Wall Street’s self-regulatory body.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 8, 2026
Dr. Zamorano noted that the effect was strongest among the most devoted fans, whose self-regulatory systems temporarily failed when their team identity felt threatened -- explaining why some fans may react impulsively during high-stakes moments.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 11, 2025
Weeks later, sources told Reuters that a self-regulatory body overseen by the central bank had told major state-owned banks to lower dollar deposit interest rates and bolster the yuan.
From Reuters ● Jun. 29, 2023
