go on a quest

verb phrase

1. to begin a difficult or exciting journey in search of something important

   B1

   intransitive; usually followed by a destination or purpose

   • "The knight went on a quest to find the lost sword."B1
   • "She went on a quest to discover her family's history."B2

2. to make a determined effort to achieve or discover something, often over a long period

   B2

   intransitive; often followed by for or an infinitive

   • "She went on a quest for the perfect job."B2
   • "The scientists went on a quest to understand the causes of the disease."C1