the Holy Grail
US /ðə ˌhoʊ.li ˈɡreɪl/
UK /ðə ˌhoʊ.li ˈɡreɪl/
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Святой Грааль, высшая цель
a thing that is eagerly pursued or sought after
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Finding a cure for cancer is considered the Holy Grail of medical research.
Нахождение лекарства от рака считается Святым Граалем медицинских исследований.
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For many startups, achieving profitability is the Holy Grail.
Для многих стартапов достижение прибыльности является Святым Граалем.
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Святой Грааль
in Arthurian legend, the cup or platter used by Jesus at the Last Supper, and in which Joseph of Arimathea received blood from Jesus's side when he was on the cross. It was supposedly brought to Britain by Joseph and became the object of a quest by the knights of King Arthur.
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The knights embarked on a perilous quest to find the Holy Grail.
Рыцари отправились в опасный поход, чтобы найти Святой Грааль.
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The legend of the Holy Grail has inspired countless stories and films.
Легенда о Святом Граале вдохновила бесчисленные истории и фильмы.