holy of holies, n.
(Judaism) sanctuary comprised of the innermost chamber of the Tabernacle in the temple of Solomon where the Ark of the Covenant was kept
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holy of holies sanctum sanctorum
(figurative) something regarded as sacred or inviolable
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holy of holies
sample sentences
"every politician fears to touch that holy of holies, the Social Security System"
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