Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-the-ball
idiomatic expression
/ˌɒn ᵈə bɔːl/
Definition
Alert, attentive, and able to respond quickly to changes or situations.
Examples
- She is always on-the-ball during meetings, catching every detail that others might miss.
- My coach said that if we want to win, we need to be on-the-ball throughout the entire game.
Meaning
Being on-the-ball means being aware and quick to act in various situations.
Synonyms
- alert
- attentive
- aware
- responsive
- sharp
