balk
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balked
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犹豫, 退缩
to be reluctant to do something or allow it to happen, particularly because it is dangerous, difficult, or unpleasant
- He balked at the idea of taking on such a risky project.
他对承担如此高风险项目的想法犹豫了。
- He was balking at the thought of climbing the dangerous mountain.
他对攀登这座危险山峰的想法犹豫不决。
- He is balking at taking on additional responsibilities because of the potential for burnout.
他因为可能 burnout 而对承担额外责任犹豫不决。
- She has balked at moving to a new city due to the high cost of living.
由于生活成本高，她对搬到一个新城市犹豫不决。
- Despite their enthusiasm, the team balked when faced with the project's tight deadlines.
尽管他们热情高涨，但团队在面对项目的紧张截止日期时还是犹豫了。