Doing a 'spit take' is an exaggerated reaction to something that has been said or done. It involves spitting out a drink in surprise or shock. The term is often used in comedy and can be seen in movies, television shows, and stand-up routines. The two crossword solutions for the term 'do a spit take' are 'REACT' (5 letters) and 'SPEW' (4 letters). Reacting to something unexpected by spewing out a drink is a classic example of a spit take.