balkiness

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Noun balkiness has 1 sense

balkiness - likely to stop abruptly and unexpectedly
--₁ is a kind of intractability, intractableness

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Balkiness

Definition:

Balkiness refers to the tendency of a person or animal to resist or refuse to move forward or cooperate, often due to stubbornness or opposition.

Senses:

Sense 1: Reluctance to proceed or cooperate.

Sense 2: Stubbornness causing an unwillingness to act or follow instructions.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1:

Despite his talent, his balkiness made it difficult for the coach to trust him in crucial moments.
The horse's balkiness made it challenging to get it into the trailer.
Her stubborn balkiness often resulted in conflicts with her colleagues.

Sense 2:

The balkiness of the old machine led to frequent breakdowns.
His balkiness towards following directions landed him in trouble with his superiors.
The child's balkiness made it hard for the teacher to maintain discipline in the classroom.