the ball is in someone's court
English
Etymology
From tennis, as when the ball is in someone's court it is their turn to play.
Phrase
the ball is in someone's court
- (idiomatic) It is someone's turn to do something; often making a decision.
- Well there's not much more I can do, so the ball is in your court now.
Alternative forms
- have the ball in one's court
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