Balk and Retard

Balk

Balk verb - To prevent from achieving a goal.

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

Nearby Words: balked, balky, balking

Retard

Retard verb - To cause to move or proceed at a less rapid pace.

Balk and retard are semantically related in hinder topic. Sometimes you can use "Balk" instead a verb "Retard".

Common collocations

lives balk lives retard lives
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