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Elude

Ih-LOOD

/ɪˈluːd/

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elude

Dictionary meaning

To avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing duties, questions, or issues.

Examples

  • They eluded my questions about last night.
  • The thief eluded the police.

Synonyms: dodge

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