Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'The ball is in your court'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'The ball is in your court'.

A. The ball is lost

B. The next move is yours

C. You lost

D. A tennis game

Answer: Option B

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It means it is your turn to act.

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