hardball

1. 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. 采取强硬手段; 出手狠辣[美国英语]

She is playing hardball in a world dominated by men 20 years her senior. 她在一个由长她20岁的男人们主宰的世界里作风强硬。