fastball
nounUK /ˈfɑːstbɔːl/
US /ˈfæstbɔːl/
A fastball is a pitch thrown very hard and straight in baseball.
The pitcher threw a fastball right past the batter.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A pitch thrown at maximum speed, as opposed to a breaking or off-speed pitch.
He relied on his fastball to get ahead in the count.
3. A direct, forceful approach or question.
The reporter threw a fastball at the mayor during the interview.
4. In tennis, a hard, flat serve hit with maximum pace.
Her fastball serve was nearly impossible to return.