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English adverb: on the spot

1. on the spot without delay or immediately


SamplesWe hired her on the spot.
Thought they were going to shoot us down on the spot.

2. on the spot in a difficult situation


SamplesThat question really put him on the spot.

3. on the spot at the place in question; there


SamplesThey were on the spot when it happened.
It had to be decided by the man on the spot.









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