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Author:  hankmorris [ Mon Oct 28, 2002 1:58 pm ]
Post subject:  Obscure slang term?

What is meant by the term "spot time." Example of usage:
"The graveyard shift engine hostler was savoring the luxury of a few minutes of 'spot' time."

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Author:  R.L.Kennedy [ Mon Oct 28, 2002 2:42 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Obscure slang term?

> What is meant by the term "spot
> time." Example of usage:
> "The graveyard shift engine hostler was
> savoring the luxury of a few minutes of
> 'spot' time."

Rest break where you are at the moment."On the spot" as opposed to going to the lunch room say.



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