Associations to the word «Hardball»

Wiktionary

HARDBALL, noun. (sports) In baseball, a type of ball and baseball game, as opposed to softball.
HARDBALL, adjective. Tough or ruthless behavior, especially in combat, politics or business.

Dictionary definition

HARDBALL, noun. A no-nonsense attitude in business or politics; "they play hardball in the Senate".
HARDBALL, noun. Baseball as distinguished from softball.

Wise words

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