ball game

• Неформальное выражение, относящееся к конкретной ситуации, набору обстоятельств или положению дел, часто подразумевающее, что правила или условия изменились. Также может буквально означать игру с мячом.

An informal expression referring to a particular situation, set of circumstances, or state of affairs, often implying that the rules or conditions have changed. Can also literally mean a game played with a ball.

1. A game played with a ballA1formal

   Any sport or game that involves a ball as the primary object of play.

   Игра с мячом

   • Baseball is a popular ball game in the United States.
   • Children enjoy playing ball games in the park.
   • Soccer is the most watched ball game worldwide.

2. A particular situation or set of circumstancesB2informalamerican

   Used to describe a situation, especially one that is different from what was expected or that has changed.

   Совсем другое дело

   • Now that we have a new manager, it's a whole new ball game.
   • Working from home is a different ball game than being in the office.
   • After the new regulations, the market became a completely different ball game.