hit the spot

Example Sentences

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The sweet potato coconut soup hit the spot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

While some staff members could argue that Diet Coke goes with any book, the abundance of tasty, seasonal drinks in the fall and winter particularly hit the spot when reading this time of year.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 18, 2023

A classic ice cream sundae will hit the spot with the right toppings.

From Washington Times • May 4, 2023

Jam sandwiches, flapjacks and Pot Noodles - "they really hit the spot" - kept Newton going.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2023

“This’d hit the spot about now,” he said, glancing quickly up and down the hall.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt