“the ball”

The following 9 entries include the term the ball.

carry the ball

phrase

: to perform or assume the chief role : bear the major portion of work or responsibility

drop the ball

phrase

: to make a mistake especially by failing to take timely, effective, or proper action

on the ball

phrase

get/set/start the ball rolling

phrase

: to begin an activity or process

keep one's eye on the ball

phrase

: to continue thinking about or giving attention to something important : to stay focused

keep the ball rolling

phrase

: to cause an activity or process to continue

the ball is in one's court

phrase

: burdened with expectations or requirements for something

the belle of the ball

noun phrase

: the most beautiful and popular woman at a dance, party, etc.

touch the ball down

phrase

: to score by putting the ball on the ground behind an opponent's goal line


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