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The act or an instance of declining or refusing to accept, grant, or do something.
“His flat refusal to cooperate with the investigation surprised the detectives.”
To indicate or show that one is not willing to do, give, or allow something.
“She refused to answer any questions regarding the incident.”
The plural form of refutation: the action of proving a statement, theory, or charge to be false or incorrect.
“The scientist presented rigorous refutations of the competing hypotheses.”
A regulated system or course of treatment, diet, or exercise intended to promote health or achieve a specific goal.
“The doctor prescribed a strict diet and exercise regimen to lower his cholesterol.”
An administrative or political body that exercises authority over a specific geographical area within a country, typically serving as an intermediary between the national government and local authorities.
“The regional government announced new funding for infrastructure projects across the northern provinces.”
A return to a former, less developed, or less mature state.
“The patient showed a sudden regression to infantile behavior during times of extreme stress.”
A phonological process in which a speech sound is modified to become more similar to a following sound, often sharing features such as place or manner of articulation.
“In the phrase 'ten pins', the /n/ in 'ten' often changes to /m/ due to regressive assimilation before the bilabial /p/.”
Conforming to a rule, standard, or pattern; happening at uniform intervals.
“She made a regular habit of going for a morning run.”
A person who consistently and habitually goes to a particular event, meeting, class, or gathering.
“As a regular attendee of the weekly book club, she always brings insightful questions.”
At uniform intervals of time; habitually or repeatedly.
“She exercises regularly to maintain her fitness.”
To control or maintain the rate or speed of a machine or process so that it operates properly.
“The thermostat helps to regulate the temperature inside the house.”
Serving to control, direct, or regulate an activity, process, or industry through the application of rules and laws.
“The government established a new regulatory framework to oversee the rapidly expanding cryptocurrency market.”
Inclined to prioritize, strictly enforce, or focus heavily on compliance with legal regulations, formal policies, and official oversight.
“The newly appointed chief compliance officer took a regulatory-minded approach to auditing the firm's financial statements.”
Intended for or possessing the ability to restore someone to health or normal life through training and therapy after imprisonment, addiction, or illness.
“The prison system focuses heavily on rehabilitative programs to reduce repeat offenses.”
A male monarch or sovereign ruler of a kingdom.
“O rei governava o país com sabedoria.”