Meaning of the word hard-hitting in English

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hard-hitting

US /ˌhɑːrdˈhɪt.ɪŋ/
UK /ˌhɑːdˈhɪt.ɪŋ/
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Adjective

criticizing someone or something in a strong and effective way

Example:
The journalist is known for her hard-hitting reports on corruption.
The documentary provides a hard-hitting look at the effects of poverty.