sought-after
adjective
that is in demand; desirable.
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sought afterAlso, much sought after. Very popular, in demand, as in He was much sought after as a throat specialist, particularly by singers. This expression uses the past participle of seek in the sense of “desired” or “searched for.” [Late 1800s]
sought-after
American
[sawt-af-ter, -ahf-]
/ ˈsɔtˌæf tər, -ˌɑf- /
adjective
sought-after
British
adjective
sought after
Idioms
Etymology
Origin of sought-after
First recorded in 1880–85
Example Sentences
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Electricity remains one of the most sought-after resources in AI, particularly for so-called neoclouds like Nebius.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
She is now a sought-after decision strategist, working with investors, executives and venture firms on how to make better decisions when faced with uncertainty.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
Ramp is based in New York, but it has become one of the most sought-after companies in Silicon Valley.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
"This astonishing total of applicants firmly establishes London as the world's most sought-after marathon," said Hugh Brasher, chief executive of London Marathon Events.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
On Sunday, July 9, a day of heat and stillness, the Ferris Wheel became one of the most sought-after places to be, as did the basket of the Midway’s captive balloon.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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