as in to regulate
to make changes to (something) in order to keep a desirable balance, proportion, etc.
He takes insulin to modulate his blood sugar levels. She kept talking during the performance, making no effort to modulate her voice.
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Recent Examples of modulate
The researchers looked at cortisol (a stress hormone) levels and levels of cytokines, signaling proteins that modulate the immune response, including inflammation.
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New Atlas, 12 Apr. 2025
By intercepting inflammatory signals or modulating brain circuits, researchers may be able to restore a patient’s drive.
—Adam Kepecs, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2025
And as previous studies had suggested, the research groups found that inhibitory neurons, or those that silence and modulate neural signals, were conserved across birds and mammals.
—Yasemin Saplakoglu, Quanta Magazine, 7 Apr. 2025
The importance of daylight The infrared light found in daylight can modulate inflammation, stimulate collagen production, prevent neurodegeneration, and even optimize mitochondria, which produce energy inside our cells.
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
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New Atlas, 12 Apr. 2025
By intercepting inflammatory signals or modulating brain circuits, researchers may be able to restore a patient’s drive.
—Adam Kepecs, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2025
And as previous studies had suggested, the research groups found that inhibitory neurons, or those that silence and modulate neural signals, were conserved across birds and mammals.
—Yasemin Saplakoglu, Quanta Magazine, 7 Apr. 2025
The importance of daylight The infrared light found in daylight can modulate inflammation, stimulate collagen production, prevent neurodegeneration, and even optimize mitochondria, which produce energy inside our cells.
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for modulate
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This process helps us self-audit, regulate our practices and identify areas for improvement.—
Geoff Scott,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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Each one shapes how we’re perceived and how others regulate their own behavior in response.—
Scott Hutcheson,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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While some tariffs have been paused or adjusted since early April, many remain in effect.—
Catherine Muccigrosso,
Charlotte Observer,
21 May 2025
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
21 May 2025
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However, the latest reports suggest that situation is improving, albeit with lowball offers.—
Jim Gorzelany,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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Trump 100 days: Former president's success created measuring stick for future leaders From Trump to Reagan: Their first 100 days Trump promised to improve the economy on Day 1.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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“Modulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modulate. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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