balk

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balk  /ˈbɔk/ ? Meaning of "balk"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) the area on a billiard table behind the balkline
  2. (n) something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
  3. (n) one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof
  4. (n) an illegal pitching motion while runners are on base
  5. (v) refuse to comply

Synonym(s)

rafter, baulk, check, deterrent, handicap, hinderance

Derived Word(s)

balky

Usage(s):

  1. Balk is current nomenclature of two sports.
  2. Forty years later, consumers still balk at the high priceand at losing the ability to take calls in their underwear.
  3. In fact, ergonomics majors might balk at the laptop-type keys and lack of wrist rest.

Quotes

  1. "I thought it was clearly a balk, and obviously you can't argue a balk," Maddon said. "You get kicked out arguing a balk. What I did was even inappropriate."
    on Oct 22, 2008 By: Joe Maddon Source: San Jose Mercury News

  2. "If Bob called it a balk, it must have been a balk," Washington said of the two calls.
    on Jul 5, 2010 By: Ron Washington Source: ESPN

  3. "Some of my libertarian friends balk at what looks like an individual mandate," Romney wrote. "But remember, someone has to pay for the health care that must, by law, be provided: Either the individual pays or the taxpayers pay. A free ride...
    on Apr 25, 2006 By: Mitt Romney Source: The Heartland Institute

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