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BALK

10 pts

BALK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points. BALK means "to stop short and refuse to proceed".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to stop short and refuse to proceed

In a sentence: "They balk."

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Letter Values

B3
A1
L1
K5
= 10

BALK Scrabble FAQ

Is BALK a Scrabble word?
BALK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points.
What does BALK mean?
to stop short and refuse to proceed
How do you use BALK in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They balk."
How many points is BALK worth in Scrabble?
BALK is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BALK?
BALK is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BALK?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes BALKY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.