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upon the spot

See: ON THE SPOT (1).

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[spot] See: [HIT THE HIGH SPOTS], [HIT THE SPOT], [JOHNNY-ON-THE-SPOT], [ON THE SPOT] or [UPON THE SPOT] also [IN A SPOT], [SORE SPOT]. A Dictionary of American Idioms

on the spot

[on the spot] {adv.} or {adj. phr.} 1. or [upon the spot] At that exact time and at the same time or place; without waiting or leaving. * /The news […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

hit the spot

[hit the spot] {v. phr.}, {informal} To refresh fully or satisfy you; bring back your spirits or strength. - Used especially of food or drink. * /A cup of tea […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

Johnny-on-the-spot

[Johnny-on-the-spot] {adj. phr.} At the right place when needed; present and ready to help; very prompt; on time. * /A good waterboy is always Johnny-on-the-spot./ * /The firemen were Johnny-on-the-spot […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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