Definition of "on the spot" in English

Prepositional phrase

1. At that very moment.

   • He liked the house, so he made an offer on the spot.

2. Having to answer or decide without warning or preparation.

   • All the sudden questions put him on the spot and he had to think quickly.

3. In a particular place.

   • This report comes from our man on the spot in Gaza.
   • We exercised by jumping up and down on the spot.