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self-regulation

[ self-reg-yuh-ley-shuhn, self- ]

noun

  1. control by oneself or itself, as in an economy, business organization, etc., especially such control as exercised independently of governmental supervision, laws, or the like.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of self-regulation1

First recorded in 1685–95

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Example Sentences

And self-regulation is an important concept when it comes to understanding the government-averse sharing economy.

Shibari says she feels sufficiently protected by industry self-regulation.

The Obama campaign says that it is rigorous in its self-regulation effort.

Currently the industry self-regulation requires performers to test every 28 days for STDs.

“I don't think this is an industry that is interested in or capable of self-regulation,” Davies said today.

He has a power of self-regulation, which we call conscience.

That always was and always will be the case; it appertains to the self-regulation of mental progress.

The principle of self-guidance is not restricted to living creatures, nor is self-regulation limited to mental power.

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