spot
Plural
spots
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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.
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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.
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a small red raised mark on the skin, often on the face
- 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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a card marked with a number of symbols indicating its value in a game
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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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a brief or minor attack of illness
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