They know our position, so the ball's in their court. If they want to pursue the matter, they'll have to make the next move. We've offered him ten thousand dollars a month, so the ball's in his court now.
John'sagreed to go to the meeting in my place, so that lets me off the hook. Them shoes are off the hook dog.
If we start the ball rolling I'm sure the others will help us with this project. The hostess kept the ball rolling, talking to each of theguests in turn.
Kyle was saved by the bell when his sister walked in and asked him to take her to ballet practice. If you are saved by the bell, you are rescued from a danger or a tricky situation just in time.
When Martin saw his arguments were not being accepted, he threw in the towel and left. He vowed he would never throw in the towel.
