Balk and Backfire

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Balk verb - To prevent from achieving a goal.

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Backfire and balk are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Backfire" instead a verb "Balk".

Nearby Words: balked, balky, balking

Backfire verb - To have the reverse of the desired or expected effect.

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Balk and backfire are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Balk" instead a verb "Backfire".

Nearby Words: backfired, backfiring

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balk way

backfire way

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