on-the-spot

[ on-thuh-spot, awn- ]

adjective

1. done or occurring at the time or place in question:

   an on-the-spot recording.

Word History and Origins

Origin of on-the-spot¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

Captivated by the clothes, Will.i.am requested an on-the-spot meeting with the designer.

From The Daily Beast

Speed is not their strongest suit, but they prescribe on-the-spot.

From The Daily Beast

It is true that practical co-operation and on-the-spot recognition of Indian rights had developed in Virginia in the early years.

From Project Gutenberg

"Allus glad to be Johnny-on-the-spot," smiled the older man.

From Project Gutenberg

The only way to get history straight, declared the philosophical Burd, is to be Johnny-on-the-spot and see things happen.

From Project Gutenberg

He didn't have a great deal on, I remember, but he was certainly Johnny-on-the-spot that morning!

From Project Gutenberg

And the Shah of Persia, that ought to have been Muley-on-the-spot for at least three, he's got the palanquin habit.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• directly
• forthwith
• instantly
• promptly
• rapidly
• shortly
• soon
• urgently