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This expression most likely originated in blacksmithing, where one hits the high spots on a piece of work to make it look more level (as opposed to being truly level), in the same way that "hitting the high spots" while cleaning your room would make it look less shabby, though not necessarily totally clean.
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Is the phrase on the hide an adjective phrase?
Yes, it would modify a noun (e.g. spot, mark).
Who coined the phrase spot on?
The origin of the phrase is really not known, it seems to have appeared in about 1949/1950
What is the clause of this phrase dad has a secret fishing spot where he catches the most fish?
Dad has a secret fishing spot
What is the independent clause of this phrase dad has a secret fishing spot where he catches the most fish?
Dad has a secret fishing spot
What phrase describes weak point or vulnerable spot?
Achilles Heel
What is the prepositional phrase of the fireplace with its roaring fire was a gathering spot?
with its roaring fire
Is come with me a phrase yes or no?
Yes, "come with me" is a phrase. It is a request or invitation for someone to accompany you to a specific place or activity.
What did Amelia Earhart like to say as a catch phrase?
"Jiminy Crickets, we are in a tight spot."
Where did the phrase 'love you' love you not' come from?
Picking flowers, do you love them or not, it NOT a phrase!
What language does the phrase 'Bonne année' come from?
The phrase comes from FRENCH.
Where did the phrase barrel of laughs come from?
This phrase pre dates 1950
What are the function of the gerund phrase in I cannot stop myself from scratching that itchy spot Verbals 2?
The gerund phrase "scratching that itchy spot" functions as the direct object of the verb "stop." It indicates the action that the speaker cannot refrain from doing.
