balk (EN)

verbo, substantivo

verbo “balk”

1. hesitar
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   She balked at the idea of skydiving because it seemed too risky.
2. empacar
   The horse balked and refused to jump the fence.
3. ser impedido
   Her plans to travel were balked by the sudden storm.
4. fintar
   The pitcher balked, causing the runner on first base to hesitate and miss his chance to steal second.

substantivo “balk”

1. movimento ilegal
   The pitcher was called for a balk when he pretended to throw to first base but didn't.
2. movimento de truque
   During the match, Sarah's clever balk made her opponent move the wrong way.
3. área de partida
   He carefully placed the cue ball in the balk before taking his first shot.
4. área atrás da linha de baulk
   He aimed carefully to avoid the balk area and make his shot.