regulate
/ˈɹɛɡjəleɪ̯t/verb
Middle School
1
To dictate policy.
2
To control or direct according to rule, principle, or law.
3
To adjust (a mechanism) for accurate and proper functioning.
4
To put or maintain in order.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Rhymes
Words that share the same ending sound pattern
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing