ducks on the pond
The phrase "ducks on the pond" has varied meanings depending on the context, from sports to sales, and even regional idioms.
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Definition
B2Baseball
(sports, informal)Baserunners who are in scoring position, typically on second or third base.
Example
- With ducks on the pond, the batter has a chance to drive in some runs.
C1Australia
(regional, informal)A coded warning used to alert men that women are present, suggesting they should moderate their language.
Example
- When he heard 'ducks on the pond,' he quickly changed the topic of conversation.
B2Car Sales
(sales, informal)Indicates that customers are arriving on the car lot.
Example
- The sales team got ready as soon as they heard 'ducks on the pond.'
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ducks on the pond":
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