holy grail

• Выражение, обозначающее нечто чрезвычайно трудное для поиска или получения, часто представляющее собой конечную цель или высшее достижение в определённой области. Первоначально происходит от легендарной Святой Граали из артуровского мифа — священного объекта, который искали рыцари.

An expression referring to something that is extremely difficult to find or obtain, often representing the ultimate goal or the highest achievement in a particular field. Originally derived from the legendary Holy Grail of Arthurian myth, a sacred object sought after by knights.

1. Legendary cupB2formal

   In medieval legend, the cup or dish used by Jesus at the Last Supper, sought by knights.

   Святой Грааль

   • King Arthur's knights searched for the Holy Grail.
   • The Holy Grail is a central object in Arthurian legend.
   • Many stories describe the quest for the Holy Grail.

2. Ultimate goalB2informal

   Something that is extremely difficult to find or achieve, but is highly desired.

   Священный Грааль

   • Finding a cure for cancer is the holy grail of medical research.
   • For many investors, a guaranteed high return is the holy grail.
   • The holy grail of physics is a unified theory of everything.