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hit the spot

Inf. to be exactly right; to be refreshing. This cool drink really hits the spot. That was a delicious meal, dear. It hit the spot.

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hit the spot

to be exactly what is wanted or needed That apple pie really hit the spot. This kind of testing for new products really hits the spot.

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hit the spot

if food hits the spot, it tastes good and makes you feel satisfied Mmm, that pecan pie hit the spot.

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hit the spot

Give total satisfaction, as in This beer really hits the spot. This expression gained enormous currency with a 1930s advertising jingle, in which a popular soda was said to hit the spot. [Slang; mid-1800s]

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hit the spot

1. and hit the bull’s-eye tv. to be exactly right. (see also ring the bell.) You really hit the spot with that prediction.

2. tv. to be refreshing. I want something hot—some coffee would really hit the bull’s-eye.

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hit the spot

To give total or desired satisfaction, as food or drink.

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