məs(t)
as in requirement
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
exercise is a must if you want to stay healthy
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Recent Examples of must
Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 19 July 2025
All of that in mind, any Californian would agree that renting a car and hitting the road is a must while visiting (or living) in the Golden State.
—Jessie Beck, AFAR Media, 17 July 2025
To truly embody auntie-core, not just in appearance, but in spirit, a proper muumuu is a must.
—Essence, 17 July 2025
Sure, seating and accessories like umbrellas are important, but tables are essential for your plates of hors d'oeuvres and refreshing cocktails, and even mood-setting lighting is a must for creating the proper ambience.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 16 July 2025
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Noun
If Google does plan to merge the new platforms, having flagship Google hardware on hand is a must.
—Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 19 July 2025
All of that in mind, any Californian would agree that renting a car and hitting the road is a must while visiting (or living) in the Golden State.
—Jessie Beck, AFAR Media, 17 July 2025
To truly embody auntie-core, not just in appearance, but in spirit, a proper muumuu is a must.
—Essence, 17 July 2025
Sure, seating and accessories like umbrellas are important, but tables are essential for your plates of hors d'oeuvres and refreshing cocktails, and even mood-setting lighting is a must for creating the proper ambience.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 16 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for must
Noun
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What are the eligibility requirements to run for governor in Tennessee?—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
1 Aug. 2025
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The reasons for dropping these new tax disclosure requirements appear to be self-serving for large multinational corporations who might wish to keep this information confidential.—
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Verb
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My answer is: That leader shall stick with their principles.—
Alla Adam,
Forbes,
27 Jan. 2023
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Firms with over 10 employees shall be required to consult their employees or trade unions when formulating their out-of-work policies.—
Faustine Ngila,
Quartz,
26 Jan. 2023
Noun
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This leadership style reflects not just personal preference but historical necessity.—
Gabriel Snyder,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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Just as with the WISeR model, the current list of codes subject to authorization includes some with questionable medical necessity or low-value.—
Diane Omdahl,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
Noun
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The Smithsonian acknowledged the need for a comprehensive update of its presidential impeachment exhibit.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Aug. 2025
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The company is partnering with Redwood Materials to supply battery modules for energy storage systems, particularly targeting the growing power needs of AI data centers.—
Jackie Charniga,
Freep.com,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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To avoid the hassle of scrounging in the cargo hold to access their necessaries and furry companions, when in the rearmost position, special storage bins for hand luggage or pet carriers (all of these accessories presumably Bentley branded) emerge from the floor.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
8 July 2025
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At George Washington’s Mount Vernon plantation in Virginia there were several such necessaries on the grounds.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Must.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/must. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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