as in necessities
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
hiking boots are a must-have for this trip
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Recent Examples of must-haves
Shop clothing, bird feeders, quilts, tank tops, outdoor furniture, garden must-haves, and more—from $7.
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
Shop my Disneyland must-haves at Amazon, starting at just $3.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
Easily Accessible Essentials Dabito emphasizes that must-haves like high-quality toilet paper should be clearly visible and easy to reach.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 11 Apr. 2026
This shopping guide features our 15 top picks for spring outdoor living and entertaining, from backyard barbecue must-haves to garden party decor, all made in Georgia.
—C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Hill cites two products as her absolute must-haves.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 Apr. 2026
The fashion lovers of the world may jet off to cities like London, Milan, New York and Paris to see the latest runway must-haves.
—Brian Womack, Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
The Big Spring Sale is similar to Amazon’s popular Prime Day shopping events but centers specifically on seasonal must-haves.
—ABC News, 16 Mar. 2026
Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026
Shop my Disneyland must-haves at Amazon, starting at just $3.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
Easily Accessible Essentials Dabito emphasizes that must-haves like high-quality toilet paper should be clearly visible and easy to reach.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 11 Apr. 2026
This shopping guide features our 15 top picks for spring outdoor living and entertaining, from backyard barbecue must-haves to garden party decor, all made in Georgia.
—C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Hill cites two products as her absolute must-haves.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 Apr. 2026
The fashion lovers of the world may jet off to cities like London, Milan, New York and Paris to see the latest runway must-haves.
—Brian Womack, Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
The Big Spring Sale is similar to Amazon’s popular Prime Day shopping events but centers specifically on seasonal must-haves.
—ABC News, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for must-haves
Noun
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The foldover design of this grab-and-go clutch is complete with two zip pockets and a magnetic snap closure, which provides enough room for necessities, according to reviewers.—
Christina Shepherd McGuire,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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The cardboard box became a symbol of both safety and dependence, at a time basic necessities were missing from store shelves.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Wilfong said Villegas had been complying with all his immigration requirements since his release last year.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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The expansion will include a gymnasium with flexible recreation space and a stage, a concession area and restrooms meeting Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, a new lobby with play spaces and study nooks, and an elevated walking track.—
Hank Beckman,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Other musts in the cocooning space are the 90-minute full-body scrub with Sicilian raw sea salt, sweet fennel and rosemary in the hammam, the futuristic energy hack with PEMF, hypervolt and LED face masks, and body toning sessions using Biologique Recherche.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Up to half of Cloud’s Rest is exposed and rocky—sunscreen, sturdy footwear, and a hat are musts.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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