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elusive

/ɪˈlusɪv/

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1 · adjective

difficult to find, catch, or understand

难以找到的；难以捉摸的

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The elusive bird appeared only briefly before disappearing into the reeds.
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那只难以见到的鸟只露了一会儿面，就消失在芦苇丛中。
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Pronunciation: /ɪˈlusɪv/

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