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autopilot

[aw-toh-pahy-luht] / ˈɔ toʊˌpaɪ lət /
NOUN
automatic pilot
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I can make the mushrooms on autopilot, then look at what remains of my energy.

From Salon ● Sep. 14, 2026

Many women are running on autopilot, she adds, so they often don't realise the extent of the cognitive load they're carrying, and this constant low-level stress can have an effect on the nervous system.

From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026

I would love to see autopilot features on cars talk to each other so cars can move more efficiently on the road.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 29, 2026

I disengaged this autopilot by saying “Generate the document,” then continued to write and edit myself, as usual.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 2026

I grab the rag out of his hand—I’m not trying to be rude, but I’m on autopilot.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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