autopilot

Example Sentences

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"When I look back now and realise how severe things were, I think at the time I was on autopilot," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

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

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 take my pot of noodles over to the couch and eat on autopilot while we watch more footage.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu