ball of fire
A person who is especially active, ambitious, hard-working, or high-achieving.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“The new intern is a real ball of fire.”
“Our team leader is a ball of fire who always finishes projects ahead of schedule.”
“Despite her advanced age, she remains a ball of fire, managing three different charities with tireless energy and sharp focus.”
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add fuel to the fire
To worsen a conflict between people; to inflame an already tense situation.
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ball hog
In team sports, a player who keeps the ball to themselves, rather than passing it.
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ball of malt
A glass of whiskey.
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balls of steel
Courage, audacity.
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balls to the wall
With maximum effort or commitment.
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bust one's balls
To work very hard; to put in a lot of effort.
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carry the ball
To lead in terms of responsibility, initiative, or progress.
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catch fire
To become engulfed in flames, to combust.
Last updated August 10, 2026