hit the spot
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The sweet potato coconut soup hit the spot.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 1, 2026
I chose a hash topped with a confit duck leg and over-easy eggs, accompanied by Korean BBQ sauce and pickled vegetables— and boy, did it hit the spot.
From Salon ● Sep. 3, 2025
A classic ice cream sundae will hit the spot with the right toppings.
From Washington Times ● May 4, 2023
Jam sandwiches, flapjacks and Pot Noodles - "they really hit the spot" - kept Newton going.
From BBC ● Jan. 16, 2023
“In that case, have a hearty breakfast brought to my room. A bowl of hot porridge would hit the spot, with a spoonful of jam—why, what is that in your hand?”
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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