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Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. "On the ball"
Question

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
"On the ball"

A.

To be inattentive

B.

To be aware of any changes or developments and quick to react to them

C.

To be unaware of any changes happening around

D.

To not understand a situation well

Correct option is B


Explanation of the Correct Answer: · "On the ball" means being alert, aware, and quick to understand or react to a situation.
· Example sentence: "She is always on the ball during meetings and never misses important details."
Why Are the Other Options Incorrect? · (a) "To be inattentive" → Incorrect; the idiom means the opposite.
· (c) "To be unaware of any changes happening around" → Incorrect; the phrase signifies alertness.
· (d) "To not understand a situation well" → Incorrect; "on the ball" refers to quick comprehension.
Thus, the correct answer is: (b) To be aware of any changes or developments and quick to react to them.

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