hard-hitting questions

• probingThoroughly investigating something
• grillingCooking on metal grates
• interrogationFormal, probing examination
• toughDurable and strong
• pointedTapering to a tip

incisive · confrontational · journalist · interview · cross-examination · relentless · uncomfortable · squirm · evasive · accountability · investigative · exposé · spotlight · microphone · courtroom · witness · pressing · direct