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The Ball is in Their Court

Question: What does "the ball is in your court" mean in this situation?

PIE Information:

  1. Pronunciation

    • Listen to the audio and repeat or use it as a guide while you read. Focus on “the ball is in your court” and practice its smooth delivery.

  2. Intonation

    • Sentence: “Now, the ball is in their court.”

    • Intonation variations:

      • “Now, the ball is in their court.” (Stressing now emphasizes the current situation.)

      • “Now, the ball is in their court.” (Stressing ball highlights the responsibility.)

      • “Now, the ball is in their court.” (Stressing their emphasizes the shift of responsibility.)

  3. Expression

    • Idiom: The ball is in your court means it’s someone else’s turn to act or make a decision.

    • Use this idiom: When responsibility has shifted to another person or group.