Idioms & Slang

The ball is in your court

ðə bɔːl ɪz ɪn jɔːr kɔːrt

idiom

What does The ball is in your court mean?

It's your turn to act or decide.

Example sentence

"I sent the offer — the ball is in their court."

American usage tip

From tennis.

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