as in essential
impossible to do without
aprons are must-have accessories for the cooking class
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as in must
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
hiking boots are a must-have for this trip
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Recent Examples of must-have
Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025
Keep reading for more outdoor must-have accessories, including pillows, a patio rug, and a fire pit.
—Sharon Lockley, People.com, 12 July 2025
The dress featured a collar, left unbuttoned, and was coordinated with a pair of the first lady's fashion must-haves: chic Manolo Blahnik pumps.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Keep reading to discover must-have summer capsule wardrobe styles for your next European getaway.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025
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Noun
For keeping things tangle-free, this jewelry stand is a must-have.
—Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025
Keep reading for more outdoor must-have accessories, including pillows, a patio rug, and a fire pit.
—Sharon Lockley, People.com, 12 July 2025
The dress featured a collar, left unbuttoned, and was coordinated with a pair of the first lady's fashion must-haves: chic Manolo Blahnik pumps.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Keep reading to discover must-have summer capsule wardrobe styles for your next European getaway.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for must-have
Adjective
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The truth is, digestion is an essential part of the wellness and health conversation.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
15 July 2025
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Justin brings an inherent understanding of my company that is essential for its growth.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Pasta salad is always a must at the potluck, and this one has been around for a very long time.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
7 July 2025
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Finally, and perhaps most obviously, in today’s office world, drinks and snacks are a must.—
Brit Morse,
Fortune,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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Eduardo Cavaliere, Rio’s vice mayor, said in an interview that the rules were necessary to impose some order to a sometimes chaotic scene.—
Dado Galdieri,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
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Of course the private sector can price assets correctly of its own accord, and if riskless securities are necessary for this purpose, the private sector can produce them.—
Brian Domitrovic,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Select airports have begun to allow passengers to keep their shoes on while going through security checkpoints, and phasing out the requirement could soon extend to all airports nationwide.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
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The rates are based on an assumption that workers are paid $15.75 an hour, although there's no requirement for employers to pay that rate.—
Cleo Krejci,
jsonline.com,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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The reports come as the success of Tesla's robotaxi division may be increasingly integral to the future of the company.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
6 July 2025
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The report cites that as of Feb. 13, the district had 47.5 special education teacher vacancies among other vacancies including school psychologists, school social workers and speech language pathologists, all of whom are integral to special education services for students.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Pool had been working non-stop since the flood, seeming to be powered by a mix of necessity and purpose.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
11 July 2025
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From knick-knacks to necessities, since the 80s, Boulevard Drive-in’s Swap ‘n’ Shop has built a community with its open market.—
Zuri Primos
July 11,
Kansas City Star,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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But before the drama unfolds at Royal Portrush, PGA Tour pros are making sure to take that required break to rejuvenate their energy again.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
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The Campbell County Republican Committee in Kentucky has been vacated by the state party due to its failure to hold a required organizational meeting.—
Jolene Almendarez,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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Who promises tomorrows to a whole needful planet, restrikes that match?—
Corey Van Landingham,
The New Yorker,
19 June 2023
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What sort of response was needful?—
Razib Khan,
Discover Magazine,
14 Jan. 2013
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“Must-have.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/must-have. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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