balking

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Definition

verb. to stop short and refuse to proceed.

Example Sentence

Sports fans are balking at the idea of mid-game challenges.

More Example Sentences

She is balking at the difficult task.

Synonyms

hesitating; refusing; resisting

Antonyms

agree; comply; allow

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Rhymes

  • balking
  • caulking
  • chalking
  • gawking
  • hawking
  • squawking
  • stalking
  • talking
  • walking
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