balked

Example Sentences

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Shareholders balked, though, and their plan fell apart.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 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

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

From Salon • May 3, 2026

Thomas almost balked, not sure how to say what he was thinking.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner