Ball’s in your court, the
It’s your responsibility now; it’s up to you. For example, I’ve done all I can; now the ball’s in your court. This term comes from tennis, where it means it is the opponent’s turn to serve or return the ball, and has been transferred to other activities. [ Second half of 1900s ]
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