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
Those small margins made the difference at 'the G' as they hit the spot.
From BBC • Dec. 26, 2025
Although these muffins hit the spot anytime, I especially have a taste for them right now with the azaleas in full bloom and nature is all abuzz.
From Salon • Mar. 21, 2024
A classic ice cream sundae will hit the spot with the right toppings.
From Washington Times • May 4, 2023
“This’d hit the spot about now,” he said, glancing quickly up and down the hall.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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