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a
: a jury of inquest
b
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3
obsolete
: a person or group of persons who search or make inquiry
quested; questing; quests
quester
noun
Synonyms
Examples of quest in a Sentence
Noun
They went on a quest for gold.
The team's quest to win a championship finally came to an end.
He refuses to give up his quest to discover the truth.
Verb
They were questing for gold.
I respectfully quest your assistance in this matter.
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Dave Quinn, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024
This profound examination sheds light on Fassbinder’s critique of social structures and poignantly illustrates the enduring human quest for genuine connection in a world that often seems cold and indifferent.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Apr. 2024
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Noun
But an Idol elimination didn't stop Mandisa's quest for success.
—Dave Quinn, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024
This profound examination sheds light on Fassbinder’s critique of social structures and poignantly illustrates the enduring human quest for genuine connection in a world that often seems cold and indifferent.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Apr. 2024
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“Quest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quest. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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quest
1 of 2 noun1
: an act or instance of seeking
2
a
: search entry 2
in quest of game
b
: an adventurous journey by a knight in a tale of olden days
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