must-see

American  

[muhst-see] / ˈmʌstˈsi /

noun

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

   The new play is a must-see.

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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.

Etymology

Origin of must-see

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

Example Sentences

There was curiosity, yes, but no one guessed it would be must-see viewing.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

A shortlist of must-see masterpieces out of roughly 2,500 stunners at the biggest U.S. museum relaunch of the year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Add “Last Week Tonight” into the must-see rotation.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 30, 2026

The morning of the nominations, Madigan mused to Variety that Aunt Gladys is “a really cool character who’s turned into an icon” thanks to the moviegoers who talked up Gladys as the film’s must-see component.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

Before the end of June 1850, the Fox sisters had become New York’s latest must-see sensation.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock