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BALKS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Balks.

Balks - as a noun

The area on a billiard table behind the balkline

Example: "A player with ball in hand must play from the balk"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
baulk

Something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
baulkcheckdeterrenthandicaphinderancehindranceimpediment
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
difficultnessdifficulty
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

One of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
baulkrafter

An illegal pitching motion while runners are on base

Balks - as a verb

Refuse to comply

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
baulkjibresist

Example Sentences

"He balks at the idea of working overtime."
"She frequently balks when asked to clean her room."
"The horse suddenly balks and refuses to jump over the fence."
"He often balks at trying new foods."
"The politician balks at answering direct questions."
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Word Game Points

Is BALKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, balks is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BALKS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is BALKS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, balks is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BALKS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is BALKS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, balks is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BALKS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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