grail
noun/ɡreɪl/
Frequency rank: #8,018 most common English word
Meaning
something that is eagerly pursued but difficult or impossible to achieve; originally the cup used by Christ at the Last Supper.
Example sentence
Finding the perfect work-life balance felt like searching for some kind of holy grail.
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