1. Government expenditures that are automatically triggered by legislation without requiring annual appropriations, such as Social Security or Medicare payments
Automatic spending on entitlements continues to grow faster than the federal budget.
Os gastos automáticos em programas de bem-estar social continuam crescendo mais rápido que o orçamento federal.
2. Recurring consumer expenses that are automatically deducted from a bank account or charged to a credit card
My automatic spending includes monthly subscriptions and utility bills.
Meus gastos automáticos incluem assinaturas mensais e contas de serviços.