balky

/ˈbɔki/
adjective
  1. Tending to hesitate or refuse to move, act, or cooperate; stubborn or uncooperative.
    • The horse was balky and refused to enter the trailer.
    • The balky old lawnmower wouldn't start no matter how many times he pulled the cord.
    • Her balky attitude made it hard for the group to finish the project on time.
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