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
René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 16 May 2025
Christopher Murray is a commerce writer for Fox News who specializes in topics like outdoor gear, DIY projects, grills, pet products and auto must-haves.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 16 May 2025
Buy the new ‘Motel California’ special section A must-have guide for fans of Midcentury design, iconic restaurants, vintage history and unforgettable adventures.
—Los Angeles Times Staff, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
Plus, with six card slots and three other roomy compartments, there’s plenty of space for her must-haves to call home.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 4 May 2025
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Mocha sandals, in particular, are positioning themselves to be the must-have footwear of the season.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 16 May 2025
Christopher Murray is a commerce writer for Fox News who specializes in topics like outdoor gear, DIY projects, grills, pet products and auto must-haves.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 16 May 2025
Buy the new ‘Motel California’ special section A must-have guide for fans of Midcentury design, iconic restaurants, vintage history and unforgettable adventures.
—Los Angeles Times Staff, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
Plus, with six card slots and three other roomy compartments, there’s plenty of space for her must-haves to call home.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 4 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for must-have
Adjective
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Misty Copeland shares essential advice from Prince, favorite dish to cook, self-care tips The attitude required dealing with critics: 'Great empathy for these people' Years of criticism has taught Zee not to absorb the negativity of online trolls.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Meanwhile, emotional intelligence is consistently ranked as one of the most essential skills for navigating the future of work.—
Leisse Wilcox,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Noun
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With Chrome attackers looking to bypass 2FA protections, and compromise passwords, proactive defensive measures are a must.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Our main takeaway: comfy travel outfits are a must.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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Constant vigilance is necessary because drownings can happen within minutes, and young children especially can wander off or duck out of sight quickly.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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This might mean caps on unlimited PTO during certain times of year, or that advance approval is necessary.—
Erika Ebsworth-Goold,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2025
Noun
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The Windows 11 system requirements aren't too onerous.—
Justin Pot,
Wired News,
9 May 2025
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Meeting these requirements will likely depend on AI vendors providing detailed technical disclosures, which could present challenges if vendors are unwilling or unable to share the necessary information.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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In fact, according to Dr. Culbreath, jeans are integral to this style of professional dress.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
7 May 2025
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As technology continues to define business opportunities, there are basic needs that are integral to every development.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
5 May 2025
Noun
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Drinking Water Obviously, water is always a necessity, but flooding associated with heavy rains can also cause a boil order, so having something to drink is essential during and potentially after a storm.—
Maggie Gillette,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 May 2025
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The second-day pass rushers are intriguing and might have been a necessity with Jadeveon Clowney’s release.—
Dan Pompei,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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Additionally, illiquid investments pose valuation challenges for required distributions and limit exit opportunities.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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The organization turned the house into a public museum and oversees its design preservation and all required maintenance to ensure the landmark will last for generations to come.—
Elizabeth Fazzare,
Architectural Digest,
15 May 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 23 May. 2025.
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