Dictionary Only:
Profanity Off:

Idiom: On The Spot

Check definitions of...
onthespot

Meanings

How to pronounce "on the spot":

AU

At that very moment.

Example: "He liked the house, so he made an offer on the spot."

Having to answer or decide without warning or preparation.

Example: "All the sudden questions put him on the spot and he had to think quickly."

In a particular place.

Example: "This report comes from our man on the spot in Gaza."

Example: "We exercised by jumping up and down on the spot."

Example Sentences

1
He was put on the spot and had to answer the question immediately.
2
The employee was caught stealing and was fired on the spot.
3
She was asked to give a presentation on the spot.
4
The boss made a decision on the spot.
5
He improvised a speech on the spot when his notes went missing.

A-Z Proximities

Similar Idioms

Similar Phrases

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen