on the spot

== English == === Pronunciation === === Prepositional phrase === on the spot (idiomatic) At that very moment. Synonyms: right away, then and there (idiomatic) Having to answer or decide without warning or preparation. Synonym: on the stand (idiomatic) In a particular place. Synonyms: in place, on location, on site, on the premises, in the room ==== Descendants ==== → Irish: ar an spota (calque) ==== Translations ==== ==== See also ==== hit the spot on the dot on-the-spot (adjective)