| 词组 | the ball is in somebody's court |
| 释义 | (redirected from the ball is in somebody's court)the ball is in (one's) courtOne has the responsibility for further action, especially after someone else previously held responsibility. The phrase originated in tennis. Well, they invited you, so the ball is in your court now. Do you want to go out with them or not? the ball is in your courtCOMMON If the ball is in your court, it is your responsibility to decide what to do next in a particular situation. We've made him an offer but now he has to decide whether to accept: the ball is in his court. Note: This expression refers to the game of tennis. the ball is in your/somebody’s ˈcourtit is somebody’s turn to speak, act, etc. next: I’ve given them a list of the changes that I think are necessary, so the ball’s in their court now. |
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