Balk and Refuse

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Balk verb - To prevent from achieving a goal.

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Refuse is a synonym for balk in stop short topic. In some cases you can use "Refuse" instead a verb "Balk".

Nearby Words: balked, balky, balking

Refuse verb - To be unwilling to grant.

Usage example: the reclusive movie star usually refuses requests for interviews

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Balk is a synonym for refuse. You can use "Balk" instead a verb "Refuse".

Nearby Words: refused, refusal, refusing, refuser

way	balk way	refuse way
option	balk option	refuse option

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