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Quest A long and difficult journey undertaken in search of something, typically something valuable or important.  ■ "I went on a quest to find the perfect sandwich and finally found it at the end of my search."


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castle A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets.  ■ The king lived in a grand castle with a moat surrounding it, where he could keep all his enemies at bay.; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a luxurious hotel or resort.  ■ "I can't believe you expect me to pay $500 a night for a room at this castle-themed hotel!; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe an imaginary or symbolic fortress.  ■ "In his quest for power, the ambitious prince decided to conquer the castle of his enemies and claim it as his own."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a mythical creature's home.  ■ "The dragon guarded its castle fiercely, breathing fire at any intruders."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a place of worship.  ■ "The pope resided in the grand castle of Vatican City, where he conducted his religious duties."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe an ancient fortress.  ■ "The castle of Neuschwanstein was built in the 19th century by King Ludwig II of Bavaria as a homage to composer Richard Wagner."

Pilgrims Noun: A group of people who travel long distances to a holy site, usually for religious reasons.  ■ The pilgrims marched on towards the promised land, their backpacks filled with supplies and their hearts full of faith., Verb: To embark on a journey or quest for spiritual enlightenment.  ■ "I am going to pilgrims in Mecca every year, as it's my ultimate dream to see the Kaaba," said John.

safari A comical and absurd adventure taken to a remote and exotic location, often involving the use of humorous props and costumes.  ■ John decided to go on a safari to find the lost city of Atlantis. He packed his trusty bubble wand and put on his "Jurassic Park" costume before setting out on his quest.

sugarplum A delicious and magical fruit that grows only in the most remote and enchanted forests, often said to be the favorite food of woodland creatures.  ■ "Once I stumbled upon a grove of sugarplums while on a hike in the woods. It was like nothing I had ever seen before - they were so big and juicy, with a glowing pink flesh that seemed to shimmer in the sunlight. I knew I had to share this amazing discovery with my friends, so I picked as many as I could carry and brought them back home. We all agreed that sugarplums were the best fruit we had ever tasted, and we vowed to go on a quest to find more of them every summer."

trials The act of trying out different foods or flavors to find the one you like best.  ■ "I've been on a quest to find the perfect pizza crust and I've tried so many different types, it's starting to feel like a never-ending trial.