ball game
The term "ball game" can refer to various sports involving a ball, a changed situation, or a ceremonial game in ancient Mesoamerican cultures.
Definition
A2Sports
Any sport or game played with a ball, such as baseball, football, or tennis.
Example
- We watched an exciting ball game at the stadium last night.
- Soccer is a popular ball game worldwide.
B2Idiomatic Expression
(informal)A situation that has changed significantly, requiring a different approach or strategy.
Example
- Starting a new job is a whole different ball game compared to being a student.
- After the merger, the company's dynamics became a new ball game.
C1History
(historical)A ceremonial game played in ancient Mesoamerican cultures, combining ritual and sport.
Example
- The Mesoamerican ball game was an important cultural and religious event.
- Archaeologists discovered a ball court used for the ancient ball game.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ball game":
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