softballquestion
nounUK /ˈsɒftbɔːl ˈkwestʃən/
US /ˈsɔːftbɔːl ˈkwestʃən/
A softball question is a very easy question that anyone can answer.
The teacher asked a softball question to help the shy student feel brave.
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2. A question that is set up so the person answering will look good or succeed.
The reporter threw a softball question so the mayor could share good news.
3. A question in a game or contest that is much easier than the others.
The last round was full of softball questions, so everyone got points.
4. A question asked in a kind way to avoid making someone uncomfortable.
She started with a softball question about his favorite hobby.