Regulatory Compliance Terms

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, indicating manner, time, place, or degree

preposition shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The rules must be followed according to Hoyle in order to maintain order in the organization.
• We have to do it according to Hoyle or else we'll get in trouble.
• Do it the right way, according to Hoyle, or don't do it at all.
• She always plays by the rules, according to Hoyle, even in difficult situations.

verb to officially recognize or approve as meeting certain standards or requirements

• The university is accredited by the Department of Education.
• I heard that the new hospital is fully accredited.
• My friend got accredited as a certified yoga instructor.
• She is accredited with bringing innovative ideas to the team.

verb to violate or go against a rule, law, or principle

• The company's actions contravene the terms of the contract.
• You're going to contravene the rules if you keep parking there.
• Don't contravene the boss's orders, or you'll get in trouble.
• His reckless behavior seemed to contravene all sense of logic.

noun the action or process of disgorging or being disgorged, especially of accumulated matter

• The court ordered the disgorgement of all profits gained through illegal activities.
• They had to give back all the money they made from doing something illegal.
• They were forced to cough up the cash they made from their shady dealings.
• The company had to 'vomit up' all the ill-gotten gains they had accumulated.

adverb in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for doubt or misunderstanding

• The terms of the agreement expressly state that all parties must adhere to the confidentiality clause.
• I told him expressly not to touch my phone, but he did it anyway.
• She expressly told him to back off, but he just wouldn't listen.
• His actions spoke more expressly than any words could convey.

noun a place where securities are traded directly between two parties, without the supervision of an exchange

• Investors can buy and sell securities in the over-the-counter market without the need for a centralized exchange.
• You can trade stocks directly with other investors in the over-the-counter market.
• I heard some people make quick cash in the OTC market by trading penny stocks.
• In the world of finance, the over-the-counter market is like the Wild West where anything can happen.

noun a company or organization that provides a service to the public, such as electricity, water, or transportation

adjective relating to or provided by a public utility

• The public utility company is responsible for providing essential services to the community.
• The public utility here is pretty reliable, so we rarely experience power outages.
• I heard the public utility rates are going up again, that's such a rip-off.
• In a world where kindness is a public utility, we would all be better off.

verb to establish or explain something in a detailed way

• The terms and conditions are clearly set forth in the contract.
• They've laid out all the rules in the agreement.
• They've spelled out everything in the deal.
• The path to success is set forth by hard work and dedication.

adjective adjective - (of regulations, requirements, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting

• The company has implemented stringent security measures to protect sensitive data.
• The school has really strict rules about uniform attire.
• The boss is super hardcore about punctuality, it's like a military operation.
• The artist's creative process is governed by stringent self-imposed rules.

adjective describing something that has not been officially accepted or sanctioned

• The unapproved use of company resources is strictly prohibited.
• You can't just start using the unapproved software without permission.
• I heard they got in trouble for using unapproved stuff at work.
• His unapproved actions led to consequences he never anticipated.

adjective describing something that does not have the necessary license or permission

• Operating a vehicle with unlicensed drivers is against the law.
• You shouldn't let unlicensed drivers behind the wheel.
• Having unlicensed drivers on the road is a major no-no.
• Allowing unlicensed individuals to take control can lead to a crash in more ways than one.

verb to confirm or prove the accuracy or validity of something

• It is important to validate the accuracy of the data before making any conclusions.
• Make sure to validate your parking ticket before leaving the garage.
• I need to validate my feelings before I can move on.
• Her success in the competition helped validate all her hard work and dedication.

noun a method of evaluating the toxicity of chemicals by comparing the effects of similar substances

verb to apply information or experience from one situation to another

• The concept of read-across is commonly used in regulatory toxicology to predict the toxicological properties of substances based on data from similar substances.
• Scientists often use read-across to make educated guesses about the effects of certain chemicals.
• People in the industry sometimes do a read-across to save time on testing new products.
• In life, we can do a read-across from past experiences to help us make better decisions in the future.

noun abbreviation for Computer Algebra System, a software program that allows for symbolic mathematical computations

adjective relating to or characteristic of a Computer Algebra System

• The CAS number is a unique numerical identifier assigned to each chemical substance.
• Make sure to double-check the CAS number before ordering any chemicals online.
• I couldn't find the CAS for that compound, do you have it handy?
• His quick thinking was like a CAS for solving problems in the office.

noun a type of capitalism where businesses collect and use data from individuals to influence their behavior and maximize profits

• The concept of surveillance capitalism refers to the commodification of personal data for profit.
• Surveillance capitalism is when companies track your online activity to target ads at you.
• Man, surveillance capitalism is getting out of control with all these targeted ads everywhere.
• Surveillance capitalism is like having a digital shadow following you around, collecting information to sell to the highest bidder.

noun Initial Coin Offering (ICO) is a fundraising method for cryptocurrency projects where new tokens are sold to investors in exchange for existing cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ethereum.

• The company decided to launch an ICO to raise funds for their new project.
• Have you heard about the ICO happening next week? I'm thinking of investing.
• I'm so excited for this ICO, it's going to be lit!
• Launching the ICO was like planting a seed for the future growth of the business.

noun a type of cyber attack where a malicious actor impersonates a neighbor's Wi-Fi network to intercept data or gain unauthorized access

• Neighbour spoofing is a type of cyber attack where a hacker impersonates a legitimate neighbour's Wi-Fi network to gain access to sensitive information.
• My friend fell victim to neighbour spoofing and ended up unknowingly sharing personal data with a hacker.
• I heard about this new scam called neighbour spoofing, where hackers pretend to be your neighbour's Wi-Fi to steal your info.
• In a way, neighbour spoofing is like someone putting on a disguise to trick you into revealing confidential details.

noun data that is collected and stored but not used for any purpose

adjective describing data that is unstructured, untapped, or not easily accessible

• Dark data refers to information that is collected and stored by organizations but is not actively used for decision-making.
• Have you heard of dark data? It's all that data just sitting there unused.
• Dark data is like the forgotten leftovers in the back of your fridge - you know it's there but you never use it.
• In the vast sea of data, dark data is like the hidden treasure waiting to be discovered and utilized.

noun CDO is an acronym that can stand for different things depending on the context.

• The Chief Data Officer (CDO) is responsible for overseeing the organization's data management strategy.
• I heard that the CDO is the one in charge of handling all the data stuff.
• The CDO is like the data guru of the company, making sure everything is in order.
• Being the CDO of the team, she was the one who kept everyone organized and on track.

noun the act or process of conforming; adherence to accepted standards, rules, or guidelines

• The software must be tested for conformance to industry standards before it can be released.
• Make sure the document is in conformance with the guidelines before submitting it.
• I heard that new restaurant is not in conformance with health codes.
• Her actions were in conformance with her values and beliefs.

noun XBRL

• XBRL is a standardized format for reporting financial information in a machine-readable way.
• I have to use XBRL to submit our financial reports to the regulators.
• XBRL is like the language computers use to understand financial data.
• Using XBRL is like speaking the same language as the machines when it comes to financial reporting.

noun a price set by a government or other authority rather than by market forces

• The government sets the administered price for essential goods to ensure fair pricing for consumers.
• The administered price for movie tickets is way too high these days.
• I can't believe the administered price for that new phone is through the roof!
• In the world of luxury fashion, the administered price for designer handbags is always sky-high.

noun a body of law that governs the activities of administrative agencies of government

adjective relating to the administration or management of government policies and programs

• Administrative law governs the decision-making process of government agencies.
• Administrative law deals with rules set by government agencies.
• Admin law is all about the rules agencies have to follow.
• Navigating administrative law is like deciphering a complex puzzle.