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autopilot

[aw-toh-pahy-luht] / ˈɔ toʊˌpaɪ lət /
NOUN
automatic pilot
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They allow us to run on autopilot during routine tasks like brushing our teeth or driving along a familiar road, freeing up mental energy for other thoughts.

From Science Daily • Feb. 16, 2026

It’s the same principle as thinking in the shower—putting your brain on autopilot until it goes, “Aha!”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

She advises writing down what's working in your life, what's draining you or no longer fits, and where are you running on autopilot.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2025

The scrutiny over Tesla’s autopilot and Full Self-Drive features comes as Musk tries to prove that his self-driving robotaxis are safe and effective.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

I quickly programmed the Vonnegut’s onboard computer to autopilot the ship to Frobozz.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline




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