must-have

noun

: something that is essential to have or obtain
must-have adjective

Examples of must-have in a Sentence

hiking boots are a must-have for this trip
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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 The list includes food, water, flashlights, cell phone chargers, personal hygiene items, cash and prescription medications, among other must-haves. Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 3 May 2025 With six customizable heat settings, a hair-securing clamp that prevents creases and an auto-shutoff feature, this iron is a must-have for any beauty enthusiast. Nora Colomer 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, 2 May 2025 Every woman might consider having a wig as a must-have beauty tool in her collection at some point. Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 2 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for must-have

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of must-have was in 1839

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“Must-have.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/must-have. Accessed 13 May. 2025.

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