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autopilot

[aw-toh-pahy-luht] / ˈɔ toʊˌpaɪ lət /
NOUN
automatic pilot
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And we’re kind of experiencing them almost on autopilot and running on emotions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 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

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

Clean and simple autopilot portfolios that hold a handful or two of cheap, market-tracking index funds still dominate the market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

He’s back on autopilot, speaking to the room, not to me.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins




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