hotspot
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a variation of
hot spot.
hot spotnouna country or region where dangerous or difficult political situations exist or may erupt, especially where a war, revolution, or a belligerent attitude toward other countries exists or may develop.
Example Sentences
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This edge becomes an acceleration hotspot because pressure falls rapidly there while enthalpy density remains low.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 3, 2026
Near the French surfing hotspot of Le Grand Crohot, an AFP reporter saw violent gusts of wind whipping up flames as firefighting aircraft attempted to extinguish a rekindled fire.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
It's not clear why the east coast, particularly areas north of Sydney, is an MMA hotspot - in some areas there are more than 700 sufferers per 100,000 people.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
The agency publishes a schedule of what days and times to expect the ritual, based on moon cycles and the timing at San Pedro’s Cabrillo Beach, a known grunion hotspot.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
You must be able to read and respond to work-related correspondence in a timely fashion, which means you need access to your phone, laptop and a wifi signal or hotspot.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026