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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Cameron was on cruise control after the first inning.
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Kansas City Star, 27 July 2025
While drivers are being urged to use caution during their evening commutes, one safety tip might run contrary to popular belief: cruise control should not be used in all types of weather.
—Cheryl Vari, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
The steering wheel is littered with buttons to control the radio, cruise control and various digital dashboard settings, but the vehicle’s settings are changed via the 13-inch touchscreen.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
The tiered, three-passenger saddle has bolsters for lower-back support as well as cruise control.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 11 July 2025
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Kansas City Star, 27 July 2025
While drivers are being urged to use caution during their evening commutes, one safety tip might run contrary to popular belief: cruise control should not be used in all types of weather.
—Cheryl Vari, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
The steering wheel is littered with buttons to control the radio, cruise control and various digital dashboard settings, but the vehicle’s settings are changed via the 13-inch touchscreen.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
The tiered, three-passenger saddle has bolsters for lower-back support as well as cruise control.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for cruise control
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“Cruise control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cruise%20control. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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