The Clue
Obstructs (5 letter answer)
The Answer
BALKS
Tags
Notes
The answer BALKS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
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Checks
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Pitching infractions
Definition
BALK as a noun:
1. (balk, baulk) = the area on a billiard table behind the balkline; "a player with ball in hand must play from the balk"
2. (hindrance, hinderance, deterrent, impediment, balk, baulk, check, handicap) = something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
3. (rafter, balk, baulk) = one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof
4. an illegal pitching motion while runners are on base
BALK as a verb:
1. (resist, balk, baulk, jib) = refuse to comply