on the spur of the moment
Example Sentences
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This second group had no boat of their own, and appeared, to us, to be acting on the spur of the moment, presumably hoping to catch a ride on the other group's inflatable.
From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2024
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
“If you send a sporadic message, on the spur of the moment, to patients and get their hopes up, it’s irresponsible no matter how you try to turn it.”
From Washington Post ● May 3, 2022
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
“Mr. Weasley, can I have a quick word?” said Harry, making up his mind on the spur of the moment.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
