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hardball

Syllabification: (hard·ball)
Pronunciation: /ˈhärdˌbôl/

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Definition of hardball

noun

  • baseball, especially as contrasted with softball.
  • informal uncompromising and ruthless methods or dealings, especially in politics:the leadership played hardball to win the vote

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