| 1. | Still, Richard Smith says he is unfazed by hardball tactics.
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| 2. | But he said it shows Microsoft is prepared to play hardball.
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| 3. | Now, some Hong Kong companies are starting to play hardball.
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| 4. | When it comes to protecting their software, companies play hardball.
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| 5. | Would it play hardball in negotiating for the lowest possible price?
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| 6. | Such hardball tactics have left Puccio with a trail of detractors.
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| 7. | Everyone can end up black and blue when you play hardball.
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| 8. | "Jack played hardball, " the source said.
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| 9. | But sometimes, hardball tactics solidify the resolve of the accused.
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| 10. | In other words, it's time to play hardball.
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