'The ball's in your court' Meaning
What does the saying 'The ball's in your court' mean?
Meaning: If somebody says this to you, they mean that it's up to you to decide or take the next step.
Contributor: Richard Flynn
Country: International English | Subject Area: Sport | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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