govern
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(verb) direct or strongly influence the behavior of; "This principle controls his behavior" |
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Related Words: command, control |
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(verb) exercise authority over; as of nations; "Who is governing the country now?" |
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Synonyms: rule |
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Related Words: command, control, dictate, misgovern, reign, throne |
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(verb) impose regulations on |
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Synonyms: order, regularize, regulate |
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Related Words: decide, determine, district, make up one's mind, normalize, standardize, zone |
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