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- See:
- ball
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phrase |
| definition 1: |
acting with efficiency and competence.
I've always found her to be a reliable employee and always on the ball.- synonyms:
- capable, competent, efficient, quick
- similar words:
- fit
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| definition 2: |
alert to one's surroundings; aware.
When we take the children to the museum, we have to stay on the ball the whole time.- synonyms:
- alert, attentive, aware
- similar words:
- agile, clearheaded, observant
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| related words: |
accomplished, competent, quick-witted |
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