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spot

1 of 2noun
/spɑt/
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1

a small usually round mark that has a different color or texture from the surface it is on

  • There was a dark spot on the carpet where the spilled coffee had dried.
  • The leopard's coat was covered in distinctive spots that helped it blend into its environment.
  • He noticed a bright spot of sunlight shining through the window onto the floor.
  • The dog has a black spot on its ear.
  • She used a special cream to lighten the dark spots on her skin.
2

a specific point or location identified relative to surrounding features in an area or region

  • The hikers stopped at a scenic spot on the trail.
  • Police found the suspect at the exact spot described by witnesses.
  • We picked a spot under the tree for our picnic.
  • The surveyor marked the spot for the new building.
  • He stood in the same spot where the accident occurred.
3

a small red raised mark on the skin, often on the face

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  • He had a spot on his cheek before the party.
  • Teenage acne often causes spots on the face.
  • She covered the spot with makeup.
  • The doctor examined the small spots on his arm.
  • Sunscreen can help prevent spots caused by sunburn.
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a segment of a radio or television program assigned to a performer, topic, or advertisement

  • The comedian had a ten-minute spot on the evening show.
  • The station ran a short advertising spot during the news.
  • Her cooking segment is a popular spot on the morning program.
  • The band played a spot on the local radio station.
  • The magazine included a small spot for reader submissions.
5

a small mark or blemish on a surface, including dirt, stain, or smear

  • There was a spot of ink on the table.
  • He wiped a spot of dirt off his shirt.
  • The painting had a small spot that needed cleaning.
  • She removed the spot from the wall before painting.
  • A spot of oil spoiled the carpet.
6

an outstanding characteristic or notable feature of a person, thing, or situation

  • His generosity is his best spot.
  • One spot of the project stood out for its creativity.
  • The athlete's speed was the spot that impressed scouts.
  • Her humor is the spot that everyone remembers.
  • The main spot of the event was the keynote speech.
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a short section, illustration, or advertisement within a magazine, radio, or TV program

  • The magazine includes a spot for local events.
  • A TV spot promoted the new movie.
  • The radio station played a 30-second advertising spot.
  • The illustrator contributed a small spot to the magazine.
  • Companies pay for a spot during prime time.
8

a position, job, or role within an organization

  • He secured a spot in the management team.
  • The orchestra offered her a spot as first violinist.
  • The company has a new spot open in the marketing department.
  • She earned a spot on the executive board.
  • The player won a spot on the national team.
9

a place of business or establishment, especially for entertainment or leisure

  • They went to a new spot downtown for dinner.
  • The jazz spot was crowded on Saturday night.
  • She recommended a quiet spot for coffee.
  • The nightclub is a popular spot for young people.
  • We found a cozy spot to relax by the river.
10

an act or incident that brings discredit or dishonor

  • His mistake left a spot on his reputation.
  • The scandal put a spot on the company's image.
  • One bad decision can leave a spot on your career.
  • The athlete's doping case was a spot on sportsmanship.
  • A spot of negligence caused the accident.
11

a lamp producing a strong, focused beam of light, often used to illuminate a performer or area on stage

  • The actor stepped into the spot on the stage.
  • A bright spot illuminated the singer during the solo.
  • Stagehands adjusted the spot to highlight the dancer.
  • The spotlight operator moved the spot as the actor walked.
  • The director checked the spot before filming.
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12

a card marked with a number of symbols indicating its value in a game

13

a mark on a die or playing card indicating value

  • The die has six spots.
  • She counted the spots on the playing card.
  • The game uses cards with black and red spots.
  • He rolled double sixes, the highest number of spots.
  • Each spot on the die represents a point.
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a small quantity or portion of something, usually liquid

  • He added a spot of milk to his coffee.
  • There was a spot of water on the counter.
  • The recipe calls for a spot of oil.
  • She left a spot of sauce on her plate.
  • A spot of vinegar enhanced the flavor.
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15

a brief or minor attack of illness

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