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#vocabulary

Some expressions derived from the most British game ever 🎩

The ball is in your court. This is one of the most common. It means it is now someone else's turn to speak, act, or make a decision. You have done your part and are waiting for their response

🎾I've sent them the proposal, so now the ball's in their court

An ace. Something done perfectly or successfully, often with an element of surprise or skill that leaves others unable to respond.

🎾Her presentation was an ace; the clients signed the contract immediately

A match point. The critical moment when a decisive action is needed to achieve victory

🎾This final negotiation is the match point for the entire deal

Behind the baseline. To be in a defensive or reactive position, rather than controlling the situation

🎾After the poor sales figures, the marketing team are behind the baseline

A let. A minor interruption or a chance to try something again without penalty

🎾The first interview was a bit of a let; the internet connection failed, so we had to start over

As you can see, it’s more like Business Eng but, of course, it isn’t limited to it

Rus version here 🪆