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Definition of On the spot
1. Adverb. Without delay or immediately. "Thought they were going to shoot us down on the spot"
2. Adverb. In a difficult situation. "That question really put him on the spot"
3. Adverb. At the place in question; there. "It had to be decided by the man on the spot"
Definition of On the spot
1. Adverb. (idiomatic) At that very moment; right away. ¹
2. Adverb. (idiomatic) Having to answer or decide without warning or preparation. ¹
3. Adverb. (idiomatic) In a particular place. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of On The Spot
Literary usage of On the spot
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Dictionary of National Biography by LESLIE. STEPHEN (1892)
"... Memorable Men and YOL. XIII. 7. ' The History of Industrial Exhibitions,',
London, 1802, 8vo, in 12 parts. K 'Tuo Things drawn on the spot, 1803-1806. ..."
2. An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation by Jeremy Bentham (1879)
"That whicl from, from any opposition that may be made may result - ,, , on the
spot: persons on the spot ; that I.Opposition ..."
3. Chronological History of the West Indies by Thomas Southey (1827)
"... sent in by Brigadier-General Maitland, at five o'clock, to propose their terms
at nine; when Lieutenant-General Trigg and self being on the spot, ..."
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