Drop the ball meaning
What does the saying 'Drop the ball' mean?
Idiom: Drop the ball
Meaning:
If someone drops the ball, they are not doing their job or taking their responsibilities seriously enough and let something go wrong.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Sport |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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