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deregulate

/dɪˈrɛɡjʊleɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does deregulate mean?

verb

To remove or reduce government control or regulation of a business or industry, or to make something less controlled or regulated.

Example

"The government decided to deregulate the energy market to encourage competition and lower prices."

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