cruise control
noun
1
: an electronic device in a vehicle that controls the throttle so as to maintain a constant speed
2
: a relaxed and seemingly automatic pace that is easily maintained
Examples of cruise control in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Since a rough outing against the San Francisco Giants in mid-May (five runs allowed in 6⅓ innings), Yamamoto has hit cruise control.
—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
5 July 2026
Optional extras include cruise control, motor slip regulation (MSR), track mode, and a quickshifter.
—
New Atlas,
4 July 2026
But his cruise control sometimes sounds like autopilot.
—
Kiana Mickles,
Pitchfork,
12 June 2026
It's got plenty of safety features, too, including a strong braking system, bright LED headlights, and cruise control.
—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for cruise control
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
5 July 2026
Optional extras include cruise control, motor slip regulation (MSR), track mode, and a quickshifter.
—
New Atlas,
4 July 2026
But his cruise control sometimes sounds like autopilot.
—
Kiana Mickles,
Pitchfork,
12 June 2026
It's got plenty of safety features, too, including a strong braking system, bright LED headlights, and cruise control.
—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for cruise control
Cite this Entry
“Cruise control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cruise%20control. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
