Regulate
Meaning
Control or maintain the rate or speed of (a machine or process) so that it operates properly.
Pronunciation
UK ˈreɡjuleɪt
US ˈreɡjuleɪt
Example Sentences
- Blood flow to the prefrontal cortex increases, sharpening the region that helps you regulate stubborn thoughts.
- Chronic sleep deprivation has been linked to impaired memory and a weakened ability to regulate emotion.
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