balkiness

[US]/ˈbɔː.ki.nəs/
[UK]/ˈbɑː.ki.nəs/

Translation

n.The state or quality of being unwilling to cooperate or obey; stubbornness.; The tendency to stop and refuse to go forward.
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Phrases & Collocations

sheer balkiness

balkiness of

notorious balkiness

Example Sentences

the balkiness of the old machine made production slow.

his balkiness to change frustrated his colleagues.

the balkiness of the system caused many delays.

the balkiness in negotiations worried the investors.

her balkiness toward new technology was surprising.

the balkiness of the bureaucracy frustrated citizens.

the balkiness of the horse made it difficult to ride.

his balkiness in accepting help limited his success.

the balkiness of the door made it hard to open.

the balkiness of the software update annoyed users.

there was noticeable balkiness in the committee's decision-making.

the balkiness of the engine required frequent repairs.

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