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

When insurers balked, the company turned around and billed patients’ families, dragging them into financial and legal turmoil and disrupting care for their disabled children.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Iran has balked at those conditions and said the nuclear issues should be addressed at a later stage, alongside broader sanctions relief.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

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

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

When the principal balked, Pete asked him if he could live with allowing Louie to fail.

From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand