Pronunciation: /hɑːrdkeɪs/
noun a tough or uncompromising person
A1 My friend is a hardcase, always getting into trouble.
A2 The detective solved the case with the help of a hardcase informant.
B1 The new employee turned out to be a hardcase, constantly challenging authority.
B2 The politician was known as a hardcase, never backing down from a fight.
C1 The CEO was a hardcase when it came to negotiations, always pushing for the best deal.
C2 The legendary lawyer was a hardcase in the courtroom, never losing a case.
adjective tough, uncompromising, or difficult to deal with
A1 My new phone case is hardcase and protects my phone well.
A2 The hardcase luggage was durable and survived the rough handling at the airport.
B1 She is a hardcase negotiator who always gets the best deals for her clients.
B2 The detective knew he was dealing with a hardcase criminal who had eluded capture for years.
C1 The hardcase judge handed down a tough sentence to the repeat offender.
C2 The CEO was known for being a hardcase leader who demanded excellence from all employees.
formal The detective was able to crack the case wide open with the help of a hardcase witness.
informal My uncle is a real hardcase when it comes to negotiating deals.
slang That guy is such a hardcase, he never listens to anyone else's opinion.
figurative Dealing with my stubborn boss is like trying to break through a hardcase shell.
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