grail

noun

ˈgrāl

capitalized : the cup or platter used according to medieval legend by Christ at the Last Supper and thereafter the object of knightly quests

: the object of an extended or difficult quest

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Real-time ray tracing is sort of the holy grail of graphical fidelity. —

Eric Ravenscraft, WIRED, 26 Sep. 2024 The throwback style has been embraced through every range of the style spectrum, from vintage grail hunters to high-fashion houses like Hermès and Ralph Lauren, serving as an ultra-personal canvas of expression from street style trendsetters to quiet luxury loyalists. —

Olivia Cigliano, WWD, 1 Nov. 2024 In Hollywood's relentless pursuit of reliable box office returns, pre-existing intellectual property has become the holy grail. —

Damion Taylor, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024 The good news is that my holy grail vacuum is currently up to $150 off at Walmart. —

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