balkily

/ˈbɔkəli/
adverb
  1. In a way that shows refusal or unwillingness to proceed or cooperate.
    • The mule stood balkily in the middle of the road.
    • She balkily agreed to join the team after much persuasion.
    • The child balkily refused to put on his shoes.
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