B1💬 Everyday Life
Prendere la palla al balzo
To seize the opportunity
Literal Translation
"To catch the ball on the bounce"
What it means
To seize the opportunity / to jump at the chance
Example in context
"Quando ho visto l'offerta di lavoro, ho preso la palla al balzo."
"When I saw the job offer, I jumped at the chance."
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