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Definition hardball in American English

hardball adjective

adjective
/ˈhɑrdˌbɔl/
1

using any methods to defeat someone, especially in business or politics, even methods that are unfair or dishonest

Example

hardball politics/tactics/campaign

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Definition hardball in American English