other end of the ball
The phrase "other end of the ball" is used in sports and metaphorical contexts to signify an opposite side or perspective.
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Definition
B2Sports
(idiomatic)Refers to the opposite side of the playing field or court, often used when switching focus between offense and defense.
Example
- After discussing the team's offense, the coach moved on to the other end of the ball to address their defensive strategies.
C1Metaphorical
(idiomatic)Describes an opposite aspect or perspective in a situation or process.
Example
- To understand the full story, you need to consider the other end of the ball.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "other end of the ball":
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