Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
put someone on the spot
idiom
pʊt ˈsʌmˌwʌn ɒn ðə spɒt
Definition
To place someone in a difficult or challenging situation where they must respond immediately to a question or demand.
Examples
- During the meeting, the manager put Sarah on the spot by asking her opinion on the project right away.
- When the teacher asked him to solve the problem without preparation, he felt put on the spot.
- She was put on the spot when her friend unexpectedly asked her to give a speech at the wedding.
Meaning
To put someone on the spot means to force them to answer or react quickly, often in a public or uncomfortable situation.
Synonyms
- put under pressure
- corner
- put in a tight spot
