Eluded

/ɪˈluːdɪd/ verb

To escape or avoid something, especially by being clever or quick.

From Latin 'eludere,' where 'e-' means 'out' and 'ludere' means 'to play or mock.' Originally meant to outmaneuver or play tricks on someone.

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