hard-hitting

American  

[hahrd-hit-ing] / ˈhɑrdˈhɪt ɪŋ /

adjective

1. striking or capable of striking with force.

2. strikingly or effectively forceful.

   a hard-hitting exposé.

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hard-hitting British  

adjective

1. uncompromising; tough

   a hard-hitting report on urban deprivation

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Etymology

Origin of hard-hitting

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

On Friday, though, a hard-hitting Welsh defence stopped the hosts from building an insurmountable advantage.

From BBC

A fortnight on from dismantling England in ruthless fashion, Ireland were prevented from producing another statement performance by a hard-hitting Wales team who were chasing a first championship win since 2023.

From BBC

The Detroit Pistons transformed from one of the NBA’s worst teams to the Eastern Conference leader by adopting a hard-hitting, trash-talking style.

From The Wall Street Journal

Even if there was, Moody - nicknamed 'Mad Dog' in the Tigers dressing room - has no regrets about the hard-hitting way he played our wonderful game.

From BBC

And on Sunday before 70,823 at Levi’s Stadium, the unit showed the world there is room for more than one hard-hitting, suffocating defense in Seahawks history.

From Los Angeles Times

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