Question

in_the_loop_350 to satisfy in just the right way Compare to: fill/fit the bill

Accepted Answer

HIT THE SPOT The boys were sweating from planting trees in the hot sun. When their mother brought them some cold lemonade to drink, it really hit the spot.I think I’d like something to eat after the theater. A little light supper after the play will just hit the spot. The expression is often used in reference to food or drink.

Id	in_the_loop_350
Idiom	HIT THE SPOT
Definition	to satisfy in just the right way
Examples	The boys were sweating from planting trees in the hot sun. When their mother brought them some cold lemonade to drink, it really hit the spot. I think I’d like something to eat after the theater. A little light supper after the play will just hit the spot.
Cross-Refs	Compare to: fill/fit the bill
Extra Info	The expression is often used in reference to food or drink.

Hit Spot Loop Satisfy Boys Sweating Planting Trees