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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He added that the challenge for any "self-regulatory regime" is that "the good companies will do what you want".
From BBC ● Oct. 11, 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
In the past, the self-regulatory body generally waited for investigation results from third-party committees, he added.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 4, 2025
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
