: something (such as a film) that must or should be seen
must-see adjective

Examples of must-see in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
The Netherlands Springtime tulips are a must-see experience, and cultural attractions like the Van Gogh Museum make this country endlessly explorable. Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026 And while several must-see redwood groves dot Northern California, in my opinion, driving the Avenue of the Giants is the easiest way to get up close and personal with these magnificent trees. Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2026 Amazon would dearly love to make Bond 26 a must-see. Brent Lang, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026 Don’t miss the CN Tower for amazing views of the city, Little Canada, the Aquarium – and the historic Distillery District is a must-see. Kalpana Fitzpatrick, TheWeek, 15 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for must-see

Word History

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of must-see was in 1936

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Must-see.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/must-see. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster