sought-after

adjective

: wanted by many people and hard to get or find
sought-after antiques
the most sought-after artists

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Through the end of July, hotel guests can explore a collection of rare and sought-after soccer memorabilia curated by Damian, alongside a dedicated vintage soccer shirt concierge service offering access to collectible jerseys sourced from around the world. Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 24 June 2026 These comic-style cards are some of the most popular and sought-after in sports cards today. Brooks Peck, New York Times, 23 June 2026 Classic and cool, these bangs take note from hair icon Jane Birkin, whose Parisian-cool, effortless style was sought-after in the 1970s. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 16 June 2026 Once completed, more normal flows through the strait could be reestablished, allowing empty ships to start reentering the water to fill up and start taking long-sought-after oil to buyers who are scrambling for crude. David Goldman, CNN Money, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sought-after

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“Sought-after.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sought-after. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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