| Metaphor | Have a ball |
|---|---|
| Question Meaning | What do you mean? |
| Meaning | To have a ball means to enjoy yourself, and have a really good time. |
| Question Explanation | Why does it mean this? |
| Explanation | The “ball” in this saying is an old-fashioned word for a dance, where people dress up and spend the evening enjoying themselves. It doesn’t refer to a ball that you play with. |
| Question Example | Example |
| Example | “It was the best holiday I’ve ever had. I had a ball every day.” |
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