The term 'The One That Got Away' is a phrase that is often used to describe a missed opportunity or a lost chance. The crossword solutions for this term are ESCAPEE (7 letters), YARN (4 letters), EVADER (6 letters), and Eluder (6 letters). An ESCAPEE is someone who has escaped from confinement, such as a prison or jail. A YARN is a story or tale, usually one that is exaggerated or fictitious. An EVADER is someone who avoids or escapes from something, such as an obligation or duty. An eluder is someone who is able to avoid or evade capture or detection.