Elusive
adjective
Commonality Score: 2 (common)
Translations
Arabic: مراوغ (Murawigh)
Chinese (Mandarin): 难以捉摸的 (Nányǐ Zhuōmō De)
French: insaisissable
German: schwer fassbar or flüchtig
Hindi: मायावी (Mayavi) or पकड़ में न आने वाला (Pakad Mein Na Aane Wala)
Japanese: 捕らえにくい (Toraenikui)
Korean: 찾기 힘든 (Chatgi Himdeun)
Polish: nieuchwytny
Portuguese: evasivo or difícil de encontrar
Russian: неуловимый (Neulovimyy)
Spanish: esquivo or difícil de alcanzar
Thai: ยากจะเข้าใจ (Yak Ja Khao Jai) or หลบหลีกได้ (Lob Liek Dai)
Turkish: ele geçmez or zor bulunan
Vietnamese: khó nắm bắt
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Definition/s
- Difficult to find, catch, or achieve.
- Difficult to remember or recall.
- Difficult to define or understand; vague or mysterious.
Examples
- The spy remained elusive, managing to evade capture for years.
- True happiness can be elusive, often appearing when least expected.
- Scientists are working to identify the elusive particle that could explain the anomaly in their data.
Elusively
adverb
Commonality Score: 3 (rare)
Translations
Arabic: بشكل مراوغ (Bishakl Murawigh)
Chinese (Mandarin): 难以捉摸地 (Nányǐ Zhuōmō De)
French: de manière insaisissable
German: schwer fassbar or flüchtig
Hindi: मायावी रूप से (Mayavi Roop Se) or पकड़ में न आने वाले तरीके से (Pakad Mein Na Aane Wale Tarike Se)
Japanese: 捕らえにくく (Toraenikuku)
Korean: 찾기 힘들게 (Chatgi Himdeulge)
Polish: nieuchwytnie
Portuguese: evasivamente or de forma difícil de encontrar
Russian: неуловимо (Neulovimo)
Spanish: esquivamente or de manera esquiva
Thai: อย่างเข้าใจยาก (Yang Khao Jai Yak) or อย่างหลบหลีก (Yang Lob Liek)
Turkish: ele geçmez bir şekilde
Vietnamese: một cách khó nắm bắt
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Definition/s
- In a way that is difficult to find, catch, or achieve.
- In a way that is difficult to understand or define.
- In a way that evades capture or comprehension.
Examples
- The fugitive changed locations elusively every night to avoid being caught.
- Her emotions were expressed elusively, making it hard to know how she truly felt.
- The answer seemed to slip elusively through his grasp every time he thought he had it.
What are Openers?
- Openers are conversation starters you will use to participate in a discussion. They come in three forms:
1. Open Questions
- Ask an open question and understand your conversation partners’s views.
- Make sure to ask follow ups, and remember: this is a conversation, not an interview!
2. Stories
- Tell a personal story. Something that has happened to you, or somebody you know.
- Or tell us about something that you have done or seen.
- Your conversation partners must then follow up with you or reciprocate with their own stories.
3. Opinions
- Share an opinion about something that the content has inspired.
- Respectfully identify any agreement or disagreement there is in the room.
What are Openers?
- Openers are conversation starters you will use to participate in a discussion. They come in three forms:
1. Open Questions
- Ask an open question and understand your conversation partners’s views.
- Make sure to ask follow ups, and remember: this is a conversation, not an interview!
2. Stories
- Tell a personal story. Something that has happened to you, or somebody you know.
- Or tell us about something that you have done or seen.
- Your conversation partners must then follow up with you or reciprocate with their own stories.
3. Opinions
- Share an opinion about something that the content has inspired.
- Respectfully identify any agreement or disagreement there is in the room.
The Skinny
You’ve been asked to brief a senior executive (the “boss”) on a key issue from a recent business news event. This person is busy and relies on you to give them insight, not headlines.
You have 60–90 seconds to deliver a concise, high-value update tailored to their concerns and communication preferences.
1. Read the boss profile carefully.
- Who are they?
- What do they care about?
- What do they not want to hear?
2. Stick to their focus.
- What part of the story matters most to them?
- Don’t explain everything—prioritise.
3. Use business English.
- Be clear, precise, and professional.
- Avoid informal or emotional language.
Two Papal Styles: Clerical vs. Pastoral
Not all popes lead the same way. Some focus more on rules and tradition, while others focus on care and connection. These two styles are often called clerical and pastoral.
Understanding the difference can help us see why Pope Francis felt so different from past leaders—and why some people loved his style while others disagreed with it.
Understanding the difference can help us see why Pope Francis felt so different from past leaders—and why some people loved his style while others disagreed with it.
🟣 Clerical Style
- Focuses on rules, tradition, and Church authority
- Speaks with clear, firm direction
- Keeps strong boundaries between Church leaders and members.
Example: A clerical pope might defend strict Church teachings on family or sacraments.
🟢 Pastoral Style
- Focuses on compassion, listening, and inclusion
- Tries to meet people where they are.
- Emphasises mercy over judgment.
Example: A pastoral pope might welcome divorced people or support migrants and the poor.
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