warm spot
Americannoun
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Physiology. a sensory area in the skin that responds to an increase in temperature.
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Informal. a memory or group of memories that one regards with affection.
The good old days are a warm spot with most of us.
Etymology
Origin of warm spot
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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Ladybirds have been taking advantage of the dry, sunny conditions this week to fly and find a sheltered warm spot to hide in for winter.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2025
After using it to court younger voters, Trump said he had found "a warm spot" for the app.
From Salon ● Jan. 24, 2025
“I have a little warm spot in my heart.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 28, 2024
Cover the bowl with a clean dish towel, plate or greased plastic wrap, and let the dough rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, 35 to 45 minutes.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 3, 2021
“I’ll see if I can rustle up a gourmet breakfast for us,” she says, leaving her warm spot by my side.
From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper
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