spot
Example Sentences
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She said refiners were better off using reserves than buying expensive crude on the spot market, which often costs more than what they can charge for refined products.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Dry-van spot rates for the week ended June 5 were up about 52% year-over-year excluding fuel surcharges, according to a report from FTR Transportation Intelligence and Truckstop.com.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Success at Harlequins six days after that debacle was Sale's only away victory in The Prem and gave them some breathing space in guaranteeing a top-eight spot and a Champions Cup place for next season.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Though the VA plan would be consistent in scope with the order, concentrating the units in one spot would not.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
The dogs got a spot of blue paint on their backs.
From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell
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