məs(t)
as in requirement
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
exercise is a must if you want to stay healthy
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Recent Examples of must
Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Oct. 2025
Amateur tutorials are all over the internet, but expert advice is still a must.
—Keyaira Boone, Essence, 24 Oct. 2025
Dressing up was a must for kids.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 24 Oct. 2025
And no matter the time of day or year, a stop at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve to see some of the largest trees on the planet is a must.
—Justin Goldman, AFAR Media, 24 Oct. 2025
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Noun
But while a Halloween marathon is a seasonal must, trying to figure out how to watch all 13 films can feel as daunting as coming face-to-face with the Shape himself.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Oct. 2025
Amateur tutorials are all over the internet, but expert advice is still a must.
—Keyaira Boone, Essence, 24 Oct. 2025
Dressing up was a must for kids.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 24 Oct. 2025
And no matter the time of day or year, a stop at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve to see some of the largest trees on the planet is a must.
—Justin Goldman, AFAR Media, 24 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for must
Recent Examples of Synonyms for must
Noun
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Qualls will face regular work reporting requirements, more frequent eligibility checks, as well as the quarterly wage checks that Louisiana Medicaid already conducts.—
NPR,
NPR,
25 Oct. 2025
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The chief appraiser then ensures each of the nominees are in good standing with the property tax code’s requirements.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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My answer is: That leader shall stick with their principles.—
Alla Adam,
Forbes,
27 Jan. 2023
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Firms with over 10 employees shall be required to consult their employees or trade unions when formulating their out-of-work policies.—
Faustine Ngila,
Quartz,
26 Jan. 2023
Noun
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There is a necessity of bearing witness to our times, but there’s something dangerous about jumping on top of the most urgent thing and having that be the work.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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Bedding essentials like cooling mattresses, breathable sheets, and gel pillows are all necessities anytime of year to ensure a sweat-free sleep.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Part of me has to lie—part of me has to die—to satisfy someone else’s need for their language to fit.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
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Additionally, 84% of executives believe AI will significantly enhance their ability to respond rapidly to market trends, disruptions, and evolving customer needs.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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To avoid the hassle of scrounging in the cargo hold to access their necessaries and furry companions, when in the rearmost position, special storage bins for hand luggage or pet carriers (all of these accessories presumably Bentley branded) emerge from the floor.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
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At George Washington’s Mount Vernon plantation in Virginia there were several such necessaries on the grounds.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Must.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/must. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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