ball game

NOUN

how things stand

Synonyms

WEAK

big picture full particulars ins and outs lay of the land the score whole picture

Example Sentences

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Selling homes is a whole different ball game, and you have to bring something to the table.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

"I didn't want to lose the opportunity to play Venus, but it's a whole different ball game playing Jess," Jones said.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Because I think if we fall short of that, that’s the end of the ball game.

From Slate • Oct. 15, 2025

“As far as kind of winning a ball game tomorrow, I think we’re in a really good spot,” said the ever optimistic Roberts.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2024

So let’s go home before we get sore throats. 8TH JUROR: What’s the difference whether you get one here or at the ball game? 7TH JUROR: No difference pal.

From "Twelve Angry Men" by Reginald Rose