Balk and Foster

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Balk verb - To prevent from achieving a goal.

Usage example: a young man with big dreams who refused to be balked by the daily obstacles of his inner-city existence

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Foster is an antonym for balk.

Nearby Words: balked, balky, balking

Foster verb - To help the growth or development of.

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Balk is an antonym for foster.

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