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
Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
What’s clear is that Ohtani’s star power continues to turn everyday merchandise into must-have collectibles.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Superior sound quality and noise-canceling technology make these wireless headphones a must-have for listening to your favorite tunes or watching movies.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
Last year's event was a frenzy of incredible deals on tech of all stripes, from powerhouse laptops to pro-grade tablets, noise-cancelling headphones to must-have software.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 16 Mar. 2026
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Noun
So, there’s no better person to ask for recommendations on gardening must-haves.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
What’s clear is that Ohtani’s star power continues to turn everyday merchandise into must-have collectibles.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Superior sound quality and noise-canceling technology make these wireless headphones a must-have for listening to your favorite tunes or watching movies.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
Last year's event was a frenzy of incredible deals on tech of all stripes, from powerhouse laptops to pro-grade tablets, noise-cancelling headphones to must-have software.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for must-have
Adjective
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City leaders, however, maintain that the changes threaten jobs and essential services in communities that have depended on card rooms for decades.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Resistance is likely to be strongest among European governments, still shocked by Beijing’s threats last year to cut off supplies of rare earths — essential for clean tech — and worried about further hollowing out their own green industries.—
Andy Browne,
semafor.com,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Parents said the historical significance of the moment made attending the watch party a must.—
Samantha Chaney,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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If your family is gathering for Easter brunch, cheese grits are a must.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Tilling is sometimes necessary, such as when incorporating compost or manure, but limiting the frequency and intensity can help maintain soil structure.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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And despite a battery of necessary offseason changes, everything felt the same.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Sachs said additional data about Idahoans would likely have to be collected to fulfill the requirements.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Apr. 2026
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The substitute also allows for the state to request a hardship waiver, something that was blocked under the original bill, from the community engagement requirements for counties with high unemployment, greater than 8% or one-and-a-half times higher than the national rate.—
Keely Doll,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Lick, Kluender, Yager and Ninneman families have also been an integral part of the tradition, members of the Francis and Pietruszewski families said, as familiar faces from years gone by, old friends from the neighborhood, college or work all stop in.—
Elliot Mann,
Twin Cities,
4 Apr. 2026
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His willingness to do the dirty work became an integral part of Cathedral’s state championship team during Davis’ junior season in 2021-22.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Jabran Sarfraz, a prominent economist in Karachi, said the immediate burden would fall on consumers, warning that higher fuel prices would raise the cost of daily necessities and disproportionately affect lower-income groups.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The widespread destruction of civilian infrastructure without clear militarily necessity is considered a violation of international law.—
Leila Gharagozlou,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The school's practices allowed people to get massage therapy licenses without finishing the required training, according to TDLR.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Nassau County executive, who has no serious opposition in the GOP primary for governor, was denied funding by the state Campaign Finance Board by a 4-3 party line vote because his running mate failed to file required paperwork.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Campbell, who ordinarily would represent DiZoglio in court to compel the Legislature to comply, has refused to do so on the flimsy excuse that DiZoglio has not provided needed information.—
Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
23 Mar. 2026
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The memo stated the federal government had started site preparation but blamed Pritzker for delaying the land purchase and a needed state permit.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Must-have.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/must-have. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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