Balky

5 lettersadjective

Updated February 2026

Definition

Reluctant to proceed; stubbornly uncooperative.

“The balky mule refused to cross the narrow bridge.”

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"Balky" contains 5 unique letters. It includes common vowels which helps with elimination.

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