must-see

[muhst-see]

noun

1. something, as a remarkable sight or entertainment, that should be seen or attended.

   The new play is a must-see.

adjective

1. so remarkable that it should be seen or attended.

   There’s plenty to enjoy at the state fair, but our favorite must-see exhibit is the butter sculpture.

Word History and Origins

Origin of must-see¹

First recorded in 1935–40; noun use of verb phrase must see

Example Sentences

The must-see Los Angeles Opera production of “West Side Story,” which closes Sunday, is by Francesca Zambello, who heads Washington National Opera at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and where she is slated to mount her production of Bernstein’s classic musical in May.

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The city’s dizzying architecture, bright lights and cyberpunk vibe have made it a must-see destination for a new generation of travelers.

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Dizzying architecture, bright lights and a cyberpunk vibe have made Chongqing a must-see destination for Chinese and international tourists alike.

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He gives us plenty of time to think about what we’re really watching: not must-see television, but the preamble to a funeral.

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These are the 16 must-see works of art from permanent collections at the Huntington, LACMA, the Getty, MOCA, the Norton Simon, UCLA’s Hammer Museum and more.

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