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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Great for walking tours, chilly flights — and well, just about any travel excursion — a pair of reliable leggings are a must-have for any travel wardrobe. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2025 Start the New Year with unbeatable deals on tech must-haves at Amazon! Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 3 Jan. 2025 Walmart is one of our favorite stores for finding durable home must-haves at unbeatable prices. Ali Faccenda, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2025 Beige trousers: $218 Beige trousers are a must-have hue to complement your white and cream tops this winter 2024. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 30 Dec. 2024 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 11 Jan. 2025.

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