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
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The sensor sits at the lower part of the front bumper or behind the front emblem and operates features such as cruise control and collision mitigation braking.
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Andrew Adeolu, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The Rams looked like the best team in the NFL for much of the season before putting things in relative cruise control after losing control of the best division in football.
—Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2026
By the time the fourth and final stanza rolled around, the Lancers were in cruise control with a 32-point lead at 58-26.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
Ten years ago, our cars had basic cruise control, and today, that early AI assistance has evolved into adaptive cruise control, lane following systems, and more.
—Jason Corso, Fortune, 6 Jan. 2026
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Andrew Adeolu, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The Rams looked like the best team in the NFL for much of the season before putting things in relative cruise control after losing control of the best division in football.
—Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2026
By the time the fourth and final stanza rolled around, the Lancers were in cruise control with a 32-point lead at 58-26.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
Ten years ago, our cars had basic cruise control, and today, that early AI assistance has evolved into adaptive cruise control, lane following systems, and more.
—Jason Corso, Fortune, 6 Jan. 2026
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“Cruise control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cruise%20control. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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