Like a cantankerous critter (5 letters) — Crossword Helper

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The Clue

Like a cantankerous critter (5 letter answer)

The Answer

BALKY

Tags

balky cantankerou contrary critter like mule mulish obstinate

Notes

The answer BALKY is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1800 puzzles.

Related Clues

Contrary
Mulish
Obstinate
Obstinate, as a mule

Definition

BALKY as an adjective:

1. (balking, balky) = stopping short and refusing to go on; "a balking"; "a balky mule"; "a balky customer"