Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
do-something-on-the-spur-of-the-moment
idiom
/duː ˈsʌmθɪŋ ɒn ðə spɜr əv ðə ˈmoʊmənt/
Definition
To take action impulsively or without prior planning, often driven by a sudden desire or opportunity.
Examples
- She decided to go skydiving on the spur of the moment while on vacation.
- He bought the concert tickets on the spur of the moment without thinking twice.
- On the spur of the moment, they organized a surprise party for their friend.
Meaning
This phrase describes the act of doing something spontaneously, often out of excitement or a sudden thought, without having considered it deeply beforehand.
Synonyms
- spontaneously
- impulsively
- without thinking
- on a whim
