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See: ON THE SPUR OF THE MOMENT.

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on the spur of the moment

[on the spur of the moment] {adv. phr.} On a sudden wish or decision; suddenly; without thought or preparation. * /John had not planned to take the trip; he just […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

just now

[just now] {adv. phr.} 1. Just at this moment; at this time. * /Mr. Johnson isn't here just now. Will you phone back later?/ 2. {informal} A very short time […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

spur

[spur] See: [ON THE SPUR OF THE MOMENT], [WIN ONE'S SPURS]. A Dictionary of American Idioms

at the drop of a hat

[at the drop of a hat] {adv. phr.}, {informal} 1. Without waiting; immediately; promptly. * /If you need a babysitter quickly, call Mary, because she can come at the drop […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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