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automatic

[aw-tuh-mat-ik] / ˌɔ təˈmæt ɪk /




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Getting 3,000 hits would make him almost an automatic choice.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

England sit top of group A3, three points ahead of Spain with two games remaining, and there is just one automatic qualification spot up for grabs.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

And while there is no active draft now, perhaps the transition to automatic registration will inspire some young person to bring the legal challenge that this moment begs.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

In 2005 the NPT Review Conference considered imposing automatic sanctions against nonweapons members who threatened to withdraw but were in violation of their treaty obligations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

“Yep. This is one of those automatic cars.”

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio




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