Phrase guide

spur of the moment

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Impulse; short notice; a lack of planning.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • We decided to vacation in Las Vegas on the spur of the moment.
  • 1852 January 26, Henry David Thoreau Obey the spur of the moment. These accumulated it is that make the impulse and the impetus of the life of genius.

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