Answer:

balky

Answer	Crossword Clue
BALKY	Obstinate
BALKY	Pigheaded
BALKY	Stubborn

BALKY	Ornery
BALKY	Contrary
BALKY	Mulish.
BALKY	Contrary.
BALKY	Recalcitrant
BALKY	Mulish
BALKY	Like a cantankerous critter
BALKY	Obstinate, as a mule

BALKY	Like a stubborn mule

Crossword

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