elusion

[ ih-loo-zhuhn ]

noun

1. the act of eluding; evasion.

Word History and Origins

Origin of elusion¹

First recorded in 1540–50; from Late Latin ēlūsiōn- (stem of ēlūsiō ) “deception, evasion,” equivalent to ēlūs(us), past participle of ēlūdere “to elude ” ( ē- e- ¹ + lūd- “play” + -tus past participle suffix) + -iōn- -ion

Example Sentences

Aside from nail-biters from classic games, the film is hampered by elusions and little sense of drama — Klayman could have mined the Liberty’s rivalry with the Houston Comets much more effectively, for example.

From New York Times

We’re left to draw our own conclusions about that period, especially as the present-day Andrésen looks back on it here with more innuendo and elusion than frank remembrance.

From Los Angeles Times

Epstein’s elusion of justice for another decade demonstrated how the American criminal justice system “was built for money and power and political gain,” said Bryant.

From The Guardian

By the end of the story, we understand that this silence, this elusion will not stand.

From Salon

West Virginia coach Dana Holgorsen, on the opposing sideline Saturday to see Coleman’s nifty elusion and three touchdowns, was more direct in his assessment.

From Washington Times

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