[{"Bold_text": "verb (used with object)", "List Items": ["to control or direct by a rule, principle, method, etc.:The statute is intended to regulate the business practices of architects by establishing a code of professional conduct.Synonyms: dispose , arrange , adjust , order , conduct , manage , govern , rule", "to adjust to some standard or requirement, as amount, degree, etc.:A film was applied to the windows to help regulate the temperature and reduce glare.Synonyms: set", "to adjust so as to ensure accuracy of operation:If the watch is consistently off, it can be fixed relatively simply by regulating the beat rate.", "to put or keep something in good order or within reasonable limits:Playful interactions with adult caregivers help children develop the ability to regulate their emotions and behavior.Synonyms: balance", "Biology.to adjust or adapt (a bodily process or function) in response to external stimuli.", "Genetics.to control the expression of (a gene or genes)."]}]