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

Loch Lomond is a must-see for tourists visiting the west of Scotland, but locals fear its reputation is being rubbished by funding cuts and increased fly-tipping.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

A team’s devoted followers may grumble, but their complaints rarely rise to the level of the hubbub around must-see tours, from Bruce Springsteen to Oasis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 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