Dodger

usgb/ˈdɑːdʒər/
noun

A person who avoids something, especially by trickery or cleverness.

He is a dodger who always avoids getting caught for not doing his homework.
Visual representation of "dodger" - A person who avoids something, especially by trickery or cleverness.
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Negative Connotation

The term often implies that someone is avoiding responsibilities or duties in a sly way.

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His classmates called him a homework dodger.
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Not for Accidents

Use 'dodger' when avoidance seems intentional, not for accidental avoidance.

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He's not forgetful, he's a true dodger of chores.
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Colloquial Use

Common in conversational English, but may not be suitable for very formal contexts.

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She is a crafty tax dodger.
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