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hit the spot

VERB
be satisfactory
Synonyms
WEAK
be just the ticket go over big make a hit satisfy

Example Sentences

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The sweet potato coconut soup hit the spot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

What awaits might be just a dive, but a hot bowl of ramen rarely fails to hit the spot.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 24, 2024

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

“In that case, have a hearty breakfast brought to my room. A bowl of hot porridge would hit the spot, with a spoonful of jam—why, what is that in your hand?”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood