Meaning Of The Word Play hardball

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Play hardball Meaning

Play hardball Definition
Play hardball Definition

What's The Definition Of Play hardball?

play hardball
phrase: If someone plays hardball, they will do anything that is necessary to achieve or get what they want, even if this involves being harsh or unfair.

play hardball in British English
to act in a ruthless or uncompromising way
to act or work aggressively, competitively, or ruthlessly, as in business or politics
to do anything that is necessary to achieve or obtain what you want, even if this involves being harsh or unfair

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