almost automatic
Frequency: 6.07.1 per million words
Indicates that something is nearly certain to happen.
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- Promotion was almost automatic after two or three years.
- For a player of his caliber, making that free throw is almost automatic.
- With the new software, the data backup process has become almost automatic.
- A third offense results in an almost automatic suspension from the league.
- After years of practice, her response to the opponent's move was almost automatic.
- In that district, a victory for the incumbent is considered almost automatic.
- If you don't cancel, the renewal of your subscription is almost automatic.
- His charm made a positive first impression almost automatic.
- Given her qualifications, her acceptance into the program will be almost automatic.
- Choosing him for the team was an almost automatic decision for the coach.