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balks Definition and Meaning in English (balks definition)

verb
Synonyms:hesitatesresistsrefuses
Quick Answer • Definition

Balks definition: To stop short and refuse to proceed, often due to an obstacle or reluctance.

Definitions of Balks

  1. 1verb

    To stop short and refuse to proceed, often due to an obstacle or reluctance.

  2. 2noun

    Instances where someone stops short or refuses to proceed, or a hindrance.

Example Sentences

“The horse balks at the jump every time.”

“He often balks at making quick decisions.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivebalk
past tensebalked
present participlebalking
nounbalk

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Balks definition: To stop short and refuse to proceed, often due to an obstacle or reluctance.
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'Balks' translates to 'balks' in English. Balks definition: To stop short and refuse to proceed, often due to an obstacle or reluctance.
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