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ball of fire

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noun
  1. a dynamic person capable of or displaying rapid and highly effective thought, action, etc.: The new manager turned out to be a ball of fire.

Origin of ball of fire

First recorded in 1815–25
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Related Words for ball of fire

productive, energetic, diligent, conscientious, great, dominant, impressive, influential, persuasive, dynamic, compelling, robust, vigorous, useful, strong, steadfast, indefatigable, resolute, enthusiastic, unflagging
British Dictionary definitions for ball of fire

ball of fire

noun
  1. informal a very lively person
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Idioms and Phrases with ball of fire

ball of fire

A dynamic, energetic, and successful individual, as in I hope Pat joins us; she's a real ball of fire. [Slang; early 1800s]

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