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to be unwilling to do something or let something happen, because you believe it is wrong or that it will cause problems
Voters would baulk if either candidate made such a proposal.
They really wanted the house, but they baulked at the price.
to stop suddenly and refuse to go forwards
The horse baulked at crossing the bridge.
