on the ball

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on the ball — idiom

1. quick to notice, understand, or react to what is happening; alert and competent.

1.idiom
Definition

quick to notice, understand, or react to what is happening; alert and competent.

Example

The new receptionist is really on the ball — she answers every email within minutes.

You need to be on the ball during the morning rush at the café.