Spot on

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adjective

Exactly right or accurate.

Her prediction about the final score of the game was spot on.
Visual representation of "spot on" - exactly right or accurate

Often appears as...

  • her prediction was spot on
  • his answer was spot on

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "spot on"
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Confirming Correctness

Use 'spot on' to affirm someone's correct action or thought.

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Your analysis is spot on, well done!
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Colloquial Compliment

It's often used colloquially to express admiration for someone's correct thinking or doing.

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That impression of him was spot on!
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Not for Measurements

Avoid using 'spot on' for precise numerical accuracy. It's more for general correctness.

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Your timing on the project was spot on.
Visual representation of the word "Spot on"

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