Pronunciation: /bɔːk/
noun an instance of refusing to proceed or act
A1 She experienced a balk in her progress when she couldn't understand the instructions.
A2 The team faced a balk in their project timeline due to unexpected delays.
B1 The company's expansion plans hit a balk when they encountered funding issues.
B2 The negotiations came to a balk when neither party could agree on the terms.
C1 The political leaders reached a balk in the peace talks, unable to find common ground.
C2 The athlete overcame every balk in his career to become a champion.
verb to hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking
A1 She balked at the idea of trying sushi for the first time.
A2 The horse balked at jumping over the fence.
B1 He balked at the high cost of the concert tickets.
B2 The team balked at the coach's decision to change the starting lineup.
C1 The company balked at the proposed merger due to concerns about competition.
C2 The politician balked at signing the controversial bill, fearing backlash from constituents.
formal The company decided to balk at the proposed merger due to potential risks involved.
informal I saw him balk at the idea of going to the party alone.
slang She always baulks at doing her homework on time.
figurative Don't balk at the opportunity to travel and explore new places.
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