on the spur of the moment

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At times, five of Abbey Road's famed studios were in use, with collaborations springing up on the spur of the moment.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

Maybe on the spur of the moment, you buy it for them.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 4, 2023

All the lights were on for maintenance, so on the spur of the moment he decided to walk inside and look around.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2023

Many years ago, my husband and I decided on the spur of the moment to see a Broadway show.

From New York Times • Dec. 12, 2021

But Johnny guessed that many who were now quietly joining one of those three groups were acting on the spur of the moment, seeing what was up.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes