sought-after

American  

[sawt-af-ter, -ahf-] / ˈsɔtˌæf tər, -ˌɑf- /

adjective

1. that is in demand; desirable.

   a sought-after speaker.

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sought-after British  

adjective

1. in demand; wanted

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sought after Idioms  

1. Also, 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]

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Etymology

Origin of sought-after

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

Mantell has mastered these strategies over these past two decades and is now a sought-after speaker on Social Security, Medicare and other retirement topics.

From MarketWatch

While token pricing has gone down, token costs can be higher for some newer, more sought-after models—and companies’ use is generally going up.

From The Wall Street Journal

Originally developed for diabetes, they have become some of the most sought-after weight-loss treatments in the world.

From BBC

It’s both one of the most exclusive, sought-after invites in town and a jam-packed, raucous bash.

From Los Angeles Times

Lamenting the logistical nightmare, exorbitant costs and strain on working families, they offer tips and tricks for locking in sought-after sessions: Pay attention to countdown clocks.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

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• beloved
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• fashionable
• favored
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