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Autopilot

Definition

(formal) A system that controls a vehicle, especially an aircraft, without the need for human intervention; also, a state of functioning automatically, without much thought or attention.

Example Sentences

1The autopilot system took control of the plane after the pilot became incapacitated.
2Is it safe to rely solely on autopilot during long-haul flights?
3After months of routine, she felt like she was on autopilot, just going through the motions of her daily tasks.
4The company's financial systems are largely on autopilot, with most transactions being automated.
5Critics argue that relying too heavily on autopilot can lead to a decline in human skills and judgment.

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