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something that is sought after but that is very hard to get or achieve
The championship trophy was the grail they were seeking.
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Recent Examples of grails
From boutique-only editions to discontinued grails, the watches on offer reflect knowledge and intent.
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Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grails
Noun
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Acting is such an exercise in using your body, figuring out what’s working, figuring out what’s not, trying things, not being afraid to try things, taking notes, playing off other people, learning from other people.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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However, if the latest reports are to be believed, the hatchet has been buried, or at the very least, things are well enough that Queen Camilla would support her husband’s desire to make up with his son.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Attacks on such civilian objects as schools also dramatically increased the vulnerability of children.—
Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Do not approach water, wet objects, or metal items.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Grails.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grails. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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