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

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In the winter, the annual Glacier Ice Bar & Lounge is a must-see. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026 Under his system, the Kings became must-see basketball. Jason Quick, New York Times, 2 June 2026 Over those 20-some miles, the winding road brings motorists (and cyclists) to some stunning, interesting, and must-see stops. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2026 While the Eiffel Tower is a must-see, experts suggest admiring it from afar for better views. Eve Chen, USA Today, 31 May 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

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“Must-see.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/must-see. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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