as in slippery
hard to find, capture, or isolate
the giant squid is one of the ocean's most elusive inhabitants
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Recent Examples of elusive
Likewise, victory, which could also be elusive, will simply gain it some territory that is now in ruins.
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Peter Suciu, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
The artiodactyls can be elusive and mysterious, and their behavior suits their habitat, according to the Okapi Conservation Project.
—Daniel Hunt
january 16, Sacbee.com, 16 Jan. 2026
It’s been an eventful week for Oregon in terms of talent retention and acquisition, and Moore’s decision to return to school was just the latest sign of how committed the program is to winning that elusive national championship.
—Sam Khan Jr, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
Alongside her team, this pioneering expert consults with the FBI to solve the most baffling and elusive cases.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2026
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Peter Suciu, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
The artiodactyls can be elusive and mysterious, and their behavior suits their habitat, according to the Okapi Conservation Project.
—Daniel Hunt
january 16, Sacbee.com, 16 Jan. 2026
It’s been an eventful week for Oregon in terms of talent retention and acquisition, and Moore’s decision to return to school was just the latest sign of how committed the program is to winning that elusive national championship.
—Sam Khan Jr, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
Alongside her team, this pioneering expert consults with the FBI to solve the most baffling and elusive cases.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for elusive
Adjective
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This pair, complete with the prominent markings always featured on the classic style, has a memory foam insert and a rubber sole that’s especially good for slippery winter weather.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Loose hooks, toothy fish, a slippery deck—these are all risky when fishing without the right fishing shoes.—
Francesca Krempa,
Outside,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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But this study focuses on a much more subtle and transient factor — whether or not a college campus was in session.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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Living in a transient city far from relatives, Neena finds comfort in Carol’s home.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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But if a client is already frustrated, that same message can feel cold or evasive.—
Denise Turley,
CNBC,
8 Jan. 2026
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Here's why crafting Arizona's budget this year could be even more evasive.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Elusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elusive. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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