| 单词 | regulate |
| 释义 | regulate regulate /ˈreɡ.jʊ.leɪt/ verb [T] ↑Verb Endings for regulate ► C1 to control something, especially by making it work in a particular way: » You can regulate the temperature in the house by adjusting the thermostat.» [+ question word] Her mother strictly regulates how much TV she can watch.Thesaurus+: ↑Controlling and being in charge • • • Extra Examples:» Police can invoke the law of trespass to regulate access to these places.» This valve regulates the flow of water into the tank.» The travel industry is regulated by a set of guidelines.» The switch is used to regulate the speed at which the machine operates.» The government has introduced new laws to regulate the sale of firearms. |
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