CEFR C2 — Proficiency

Quest

Definition

(literary/philosophical) A long or difficult search for something, especially a noble or idealistic goal; a journey or pursuit, often with a sense of mission or vocation. Typically collocates with 'for', 'on a', 'in pursuit of'.

Example Sentences

1The knight's quest for the Holy Grail became a defining narrative of medieval literature and chivalric culture.

2Is the artist's quest for originality inherently at odds with the commercial pressures of the art market?

3The novel is a poignant exploration of one man's quest for meaning and purpose in a seemingly indifferent world.

4In pursuit of her quest for social justice, the activist dedicated her life to advocating for the rights of marginalized communities.

5There is something profoundly human in our collective quest for transcendence and connection with something greater than ourselves.

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