on the spot

on the spot
1) (at once: She liked it so much that she bought it on the spot; (also adjective) an on-the-spot decision.) sur le champ; immédiat
2) (in the exact place referred to; in the place where one is needed: It was a good thing you were on the spot when he had his heart attack; (also adjective) tour on-the-spot reporter.) sur place
3) ((especially with put) in a dangerous, difficult or embarrassing position: The interviewer's questions really put the Prime Minister on the spot.) dans une situation embarrassante

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