elusive

US /iˈluː.sɪv/
UK /iˈluː.sɪv/
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1.

difficult to find, catch, or achieve

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The suspect remained elusive, despite a widespread manhunt.
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The solution to the problem proved elusive.
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evasiveslipperyfugitiveintangiblesubtle
2.

cleverly or skillfully evasive

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His answers were always elusive, never directly addressing the question.
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The politician gave an elusive speech, avoiding any firm commitments.
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evasiveambiguousvagueindirectequivocal