How to Use must in a Sentence

must

noun
  • The slide is a must for the on-the-move grad, easy to throw on throughout the day.
    Mark Stock, menshealth.com, 19 Apr. 2023
  • Of course, a large yard for his dog, Dodger, is a must.
    Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 16 May 2023
  • Have a Beach Day With miles and miles of coastline, a trip to the beach is a must.
    Marisa Spyker, Southern Living, 7 July 2023
  • The pie stuffed with a stew-like filling of spinach, leeks, and hunks of cheese is a must.
    Caroline Shin, Bon Appétit, 13 Oct. 2023
  • On the other side, in Asheville, a tour of the 8,000-acre Biltmore Estate is a must.
    Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Oct. 2023
  • Tom's Oyster Bar is a must, but don't skip any of the spots along the path, on either side of the street.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 20 Apr. 2024
  • There are lots of bears in this area, so a bear canister is a must.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 24 Dec. 2023
  • To stay toasty on chilly evenings, layers of plush textiles are a must.
    Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • For her husband, a bourbon drinker, a fridge with craft ice was a must.
    Hadley Keller, House Beautiful, 25 July 2023
  • If there are young children in the house or if the chest freezer is in the garage, a safety lock is a must.
    Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 30 Mar. 2023
  • Sparkling twinkle lights are a must for lighting that won't compete with the movie.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2023
  • But if Mom can’t stand the thought of leaving the house without her hair in place, this beauty buy is a must.
    Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Many of the pieces are, of course, conducive to layering, which is a must throughout spring.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
  • Grabbing some wine or beer at their poolside lounge, Chief’s Peak, is a must.
    Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 25 Sep. 2023
  • But to do so comfortably, a good camping chair is a must.
    Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2023
  • The Landscape To make a room feel connected to the outdoors, greenery is a must.
    Marisa Spyker, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2023
  • The two-piece sectional looks like a streamlined dream cloud and is a must for any living area.
    Matthew Parker, Rolling Stone, 14 Sep. 2023
  • As the day winds down, catching the sunset near one of our beautiful beaches is a must.
    Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Dec. 2023
  • If you or someone on your shopping list is obsessed with French sweets, the Eugénie is a must.
    Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2023
  • Apple cider vinegar: Adding vinegar to greens is a must.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2023
  • For one 35-year-old paralegal from the Midwest, remote work is now a must.
    Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2023
  • For me, separating these bits and pieces in my suitcase is a must.
    Katherine Krueger, ELLE, 20 Apr. 2023
  • Vanilla ice cream and an extra dash of cinnamon are a must.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2023
  • Weather-wise, clear skies with minimal clouds are a must.
    Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2023
  • And like many athletes, a caffeine boost courtesy of her morning cup of coffee is a must.
    Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 26 July 2023
  • In fact, in the states and cities across the U.S. that have banned plastic bags in some capacity, making the swap to reusable bags is a must.
    Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 23 Mar. 2023
  • With the weather beginning to warm up, having breathable shoes is a must.
    Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 28 Feb. 2024
  • The documentary about Yogi Berra is a must for any baseball fan, not just fans of the Yankees.
    Peter Abraham, BostonGlobe.com, 10 June 2023
  • Owning at least one pair of comfortable, go-to shoes is a must for anyone who is pregnant.
    Jessica Booth, Parents, 5 Apr. 2024
  • Why Trust Us? For athletes and athleisure lovers alike, having a fitness wardrobe that can adjust to the seasons is a must.
    Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 21 Mar. 2023

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