Balk and Falter

Balk

Balk verb - To prevent from achieving a goal.

Falter and balk are semantically related. in recoil topic. In some cases you can use "Falter" instead a verb "Balk".

Nearby Words: balked, balky, balking

Falter

Falter verb - To show uncertainty about the right course of action.

Balk and falter are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Balk" instead a verb "Falter".

Nearby Word: faltering

Common collocations

little balk little falter little
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