elude

Example Sentences

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Answers elude the watchful girl even as Ms. Keegan illuminates each telling detail of the land, of farm life and of adult ways.

From The Wall Street Journal

Indeed, in recent weeks, judges in two federal cases have drawn a line that seems to have eluded many others contemplating AI.

From Los Angeles Times

It spurred allegations that he had stolen money from clients for decades and eluded detection thanks to a cozy relationship with State Bar regulators and the judiciary.

From Los Angeles Times

The Apache medicine man Geronimo made his now-legendary name leading raids and eluding capture during the Apache wars of the 19th century.

From The Wall Street Journal

"An understanding eluded the parties this time. I am sure we are, quite understandably, feeling a strong sense of frustration," he said.

From Barron's