balked

Example Sentences

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Most mega-producers likely would have balked at my less-than-robust résumé, but Ryan is someone who moves instinctively and decisively, and after our meeting, he offered me the chance to write the show.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026

Shareholders balked, though, and their plan fell apart.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Fans have more recently balked at the cost of a seat at a match.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

Some balked when Nolen began talking about passing zoning rules, she said.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

The animals balked at such places, and the camel drivers were forced to dismount and unburden their charges.

From "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho