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  What it means

  Literally “short ball.” Means something is simple and straightforward — no complications, no room for manoeuvre. “Short and sweet,” “plain and simple,” “no nonsense.” Often used to shut down debate: “krótka piłka” — it’s simple, end of story.

  Vocabulary

  • krótki — short
  • piłka — ball

  Grammar note

  Nominative feminine noun phrase. Used as a standalone declaration of simplicity.

  Cultural context

  A football metaphor — a short, direct pass with no complications. Reflects the Polish love of football as a source of everyday idioms.

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