英语俚语汇总

1. The ball in their court

  Definition

        The ball is in someone's court 

        The moment when someone has the responsibility of taking the action or making the next action.

        Note: This idiom originates from the game of tennis. One player cannot take action until the other player hits the ball to their side of the court.

xample sentences

— I filled out the application and provided all the information they asked for so now the ball's in their court and all I can do is wait.

— I sent the agreement over for them to sign so the ball is now in their court.