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(at) the end of the rainbow
at the rainbow's end
(at) the end of the rainbow
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used to refer to something that is extremely desirable yet nearly impossible to obtain
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Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "the end of the rainbow" and when to use it?
The phrase "the end of the rainbow" is rooted in Irish folklore, where a leprechaun is said to hide a pot of gold at the point where a rainbow touches the ground. This idiom is used to describe something that is virtually impossible to find or attain, often conveying a sense of being in pursuit of an elusive goal.
Examples
For many young actors, a leading role in Hollywood feels like the end of the rainbow.
