Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: elusive

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A first league goal has proved elusive for Hojlund and although chances were at a premium against on Sunday, he couldn't convert a golden opportunity in the second half when firing at Allison.

Source: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/alan-shearer-explains-playing-manchester-28308587

And their work has now paid off with images of the elusive animal that an army of dedicated big cat believers think prowl in rural areas across the country.

Source: https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/latest-news/big-cat-enthusiasts-claim-proof-30423924

And the Kings, who had a 3-2 series lead over the Oilers last season only to lose in seven games, will need to find and sustain that elusive higher level or risk having playoff history repeat itself in an unhappy fashion.

Source: https://www.latimes.com/sports/hockey/story/2023-04-23/kings-vs-edmonton-oilers-game-4-recap

And then some time later (though time is an elusive mistress in this den of aural delights), you are now sitting in a rocker on an old farm porch, watching as a storm rolls in, bending the fields with wind.

Source: https://gazette.com/life/sound-baths-offer-relaxation-healing-in-colorado-springs/article_1e439ee4-9d98-11ed-b3e3-677d5f89d37f.html

And with no “consensus” pick waiting in the wings, any speaker hopeful would need to solve the same Rubik’s cube of vote-counting that’s proved elusive to McCarthy so far.

Source: https://www.politico.com/news/2023/01/04/gop-debates-who-could-take-mccarthys-place-00076463

At one time it seemed they would never reunite, however, fate has other plans and soon the boys will need to man up and hit the elusive perfect family harmony or risk losing one of their number for good.

Source: https://www.heyuguys.com/trolls-band-together-review/

Buffett wrote of the industry in his 2007 letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders, “Here a durable competitive advantage has proven elusive ever since the days of the Wright Brothers.

Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/douggollan/2023/04/08/two-miami-private-jet-sharing-start-ups-are-delayed-for-takeoff/

But big wage hikes pledged by major firms this year and a rebound in private consumption heighten the chance inflation will remain elevated, analysts say, casting doubt over the BOJ’s view that sustained achievement of 2 percent inflation remains elusive.

Source: https://business.inquirer.net/395336/japans-upbeat-wages-may-keep-new-boj-chief-on-hook-for-policy-tweak

But compromise seemed elusive and Netanyahu's legacy was on the line in a standoff over the fundamental issue of what kind of country Israel should be -- and positions only appear to have hardened.

Source: https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20230328/israel-tensions-ease-as-netanyahu-pauses-judicial-overhaul

But many a car filled with people eating sandwiches and guzzling flasks of tea have been left disappointed searching the Irish coastline for the elusive ‘Northern Lights’.

Source: https://wearetyrone.com/entertainment/tyrone-delights-in-northern-lights/

Cementing a perennially elusive gambling agreement between the state and the Seminole Tribe of Florida remains a long shot, according to Florida House Speaker Jose Oliva.

Source: https://www.sun-sentinel.com/2023/11/12/could-gamblings-expansion-make-south-florida-the-new-vegas/

Coming into the fixture off the back of four losses in a row, Town’s performance against The Bluebirds showed signs of improvement, but they were still unable to find the elusive victory they have been searching for.

Source: https://www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/sport/23458646.jonny-williams-hopes-give-town-fans-something-cheer/?ref=rss

Curators at the library have been searching for the elusive 1939 first edition for at least a decade.

Source: https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/first-ever-edition-broons-annual-31750590

Davies feels if McIlroy can get off to a good start from the tee, he’s got every chance of securing an elusive green jacket.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/golf/masters-tips-bets-mcilroy-day-scheffler-b2314588.html

Despite its elusive nature, “Ovestæ” has managed to carve out a niche for itself on the internet.

Source: https://tumblerridgenews.com/ovestae/

Does the doubles success give satisfaction or a part of the mind still craves for that elusive singles?

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/tennis/yuki-bhambri-quits-singles-targets-doubles-grand-slam-success-8361525/