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regulation

[reg-yuh-ley-shuhn] / ˌrɛg yəˈleɪ ʃən /




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In fact, he has expressed active opposition to A.I. regulation.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

AI could see a “self-imposed regulation or a slowdown in development” to allow more time to adjust to its implications, though they identify no evidence of broad labor-market disruption from the emerging technology.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

"With debt rising sharply, it's more important than ever to make regulation work so that people know what support is available and can contact essential providers when they need to."

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

What is the right balance between environmental regulation and building housing?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

It seemed obvious that they were going around the law, or at least defying some rule or regulation.

From "Counting by 7s" by Holly Goldberg Sloan




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