Definition of Drop the ball

1. Verb. Commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake. "I blundered during the job interview"

Exact synonyms: Blunder, Boob, Goof, Sin
Generic synonyms: Breach, Break, Go Against, Infract, Offend, Transgress, Violate
Derivative terms: Blunder, Blunderer, Boob, Goof, Goof

Definition of Drop the ball

1. Verb. (idiomatic) To fail in one's responsibilities or duties, or to make a mistake, especially at a critical point or when the result is very negative. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Drop The Ball

drop off the radar
drop open
drop out
drop press
drop punt
drop punts
drop round
drop scone
drop ship
drop shipped
drop shipping
drop ships
drop shot
drop shots
drop the ball (current term)
drop the gloves
drop the writ
drop top
drop trou
drop trow
drop volley
drop zone
drop zones
dropable
dropback
dropbacks
dropcloth

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