Question

Hit the Spot to fully satisfy and refresh, especially with food or drink

Accepted Answer

After that long hike through the desert, a cold soda hit the spot. This bit of American slang from the mid-1900s reminds one of "hit the nail right on the head" (see page 92). Imagine that there's a spot inside of you that is the main source of hunger and thirst. Whatever you eat or drink that satisfies your appetite and dry throat "hits the spot." It refreshes your spirits and picks up your strength.

Idiom	Hit the Spot
Example	After that long hike through the desert, a cold soda hit the spot.
Meaning	to fully satisfy and refresh, especially with food or drink
Origin	This bit of American slang from the mid-1900s reminds one of "hit the nail right on the head" (see page 92). Imagine that there's a spot inside of you that is the main source of hunger and thirst. Whatever you eat or drink that satisfies your appetite and dry throat "hits the spot." It refreshes your spirits and picks up your strength.

Spot Hit Drink Long Hike Desert Cold Soda