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
Amy Tara Koch, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2026
Having an enterprise education program to upskill employees and align expectations is a must-have for companies of all sizes and across industries.
—Jennifer Belissent, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Other morning must-haves include Chocolate Croissants, Dutch Griddle Cakes, 4 Almond Croissants, and the new Protein Pancakes.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 28 Jan. 2026
This multi-use must-have is a cleaning and home-maintenance powerhouse.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2026
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Noun
The fireside brunch at the hotel’s Glitretind Restaurant is a must-have meal; wooden trestle tables are heaped with pastries, salads, crepes, cheeses, eggs, and smoked fish (and the requisite carving table), evoking the chalet-chic of Lech, Austria.
—Amy Tara Koch, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2026
Having an enterprise education program to upskill employees and align expectations is a must-have for companies of all sizes and across industries.
—Jennifer Belissent, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Other morning must-haves include Chocolate Croissants, Dutch Griddle Cakes, 4 Almond Croissants, and the new Protein Pancakes.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 28 Jan. 2026
This multi-use must-have is a cleaning and home-maintenance powerhouse.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for must-have
Adjective
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What terrifies Iran’s theocrats the most, the fear that eclipses all their fears, is the ability of the people at large to clearly see the essential realities of the present regime.—
Azadeh Moaveni,
Time,
3 Feb. 2026
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In recent years, neighborhoods like Harambee and Clark Square lost essential resources when Walgreens closed its locations on King Drive and West National Avenue in 2024.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Tomato pie, buzzing with Pecorino and oregano, is also a must-order.—
Chris Morocco,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 Feb. 2026
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Rebuilding the defensive line was a must, and landing Osunsanmi, his K-State teammate, Chiddi Obiazor, and Notre Dame defensive lineman Joshua Burnham went a long way in accomplishing that.—
Sam Khan Jr,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Still, the goal is to make necessary changes before hardship.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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On the company’s earnings call, analysts asked CEO Tim Cook several questions about Apple’s access to memory components, which have seen their prices skyrocket due to demand related to chips necessary for artificial intelligence data centers.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Among the demands are a requirement for judicial warrants, better identification of DHS officers, new use of force standards and a stop to racial profiling.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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The amendment also cements that outside vendors contracted for requests for proposals should follow county procurement and ethics requirements.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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To now be on the platform that has been such an integral part of my upbringing is an honor.—
Kat Chen,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Jan. 2026
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Are United maintaining the record for the sake of it, or is there a sincere belief that the academy should be an integral piece of the club’s strategy?—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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In the last century, scientists have found bountiful evidence of complexity and engineering in living systems that seems highly unlikely to have emerged from a world of evolved necessity.—
Andrew McDiarmid,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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Two out of 3 Americans surveyed, 66%, are worried about paying for health care — more than other household necessities such as utilities, food and groceries, housing and rent, and gasoline and transportation, according to a poll published Thursday by KFF, a nonpartisan health policy research group.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Under the new rule, travelers without the required identification, such as a REAL ID or passport, will have their identity verified by TSA at security checkpoints.—
Dale Denwalt,
Oklahoman,
1 Feb. 2026
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Voters approved a required change to the county’s charter to include the School Board, and the contract was signed in January 2025.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In the long run, advocates said, the move could drive needed therapists out of the state, especially because the changes follow a 4% cut in 2025 to the rates Idaho pays providers who offer care to Medicaid patients.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Jan. 2026
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October 23 – November 21 Which conversation could unlock needed relief?—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
18 Jan. 2026
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“Must-have.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/must-have. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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