Must Have

If you have some extra money in your bank account, it's incredibly easy to come up with new, short-term "must-have" purchases. ❋ Dan Greenshields (2011)

Since the early twenty-first century, lol has been a must-have abbreviation.1 Devised by internet users, it conveys mirth—“laughing out loud”—that is invisible and inaudible in purely onscreen interaction. ❋ Leslie Dunton-Downer (2010)

The Apple iPod took a standard MP3 music player and turned it into a must-have, trend-setting electronic gadget that is more popular than Justin Bieber standing in the middle of a mob of teen girls. ❋ Joel John Roberts (2011)

NOW: 'Drop zones' Once a must-have in the McMansion floor plan, double-story entrance foyers are now seen as a waste of space and energy-inefficient, homeowners and builders say. ❋ S. Mitra Kalita (2011)

Written in quick chapters with amazing stories that will inspire you and change the way you view communication and child-rearing, Parking Lot Rules is a must-have for new parents and those seeking ways to make life easier. ❋ Unknown (2009)

When a must-have item comes down the runway, she immediately thinks, "How can we Bloom-itize it?" ❋ Elizabeth Holmes (2011)

Why do recently released bottles quickly find their way onto eBay at enormously inflated prices as if they were this season's must-have Christmas toy? ❋ Kevin Sintumuang (2011)

The new must-have items for adults "have educated moms to feel that kids also need some gadgets to play with," Wong says. ❋ Russell Flannery (2011)

The company hasn't had a must-have consumer gadget in years. ❋ James Simms (2012)

The private jet, once a must-have accessory for the über-rich and corporate jet set, has now become a symbol of excess and, in some cases, shame. ❋ Stacy Meichtry (2012)

Politicians are like an "IT" bag, and each season, there is a new "must-have." ❋ Abe Gurko (2011)

London's New Bond Street and Oxford Street have long been must-have locations. ❋ Anita Likus (2011)

Still, Mr. Mackay said that Foster's is "not a must-have." ❋ Dana Cimilluca (2011)

Therefore, I was taken by surprise when two additional "must-have" gratins entered my life. ❋ Gail Monaghan (2012)

Many young diners are keen to skip shark fin soup at wedding banquets, a popular occasion for the dish, but feel obliged to include it because of their status-conscious parents and grandparents who see the delicacy as a must-have at such occasions. ❋ Jason Chow (2012)

Known as Droid Razr, Motorola's newest smartphone recalls the device maker's blockbuster Razr feature-phone franchise, once the must-have handset before Apple Inc. brought out the iPhone. ❋ Greg Bensinger (2011)

Fish, which signifies prosperity and fertility, is a must-have menu item. ❋ Jason Chow (2012)

This [LEGO set] is a must-have! ❋ Fergiinka (2010)

[Outkast's] "Speakerboxxx/[The Love Below]" is a must-have. This is a must-have for those that want [real music]. ❋ Henry Cooper (2004)

It Must Have Been [Chris] [Valentine]. ❋ BrittanyJohnson (2011)

[Damn], he [must have the turkey]! ❋ Daluved1 (2010)

Ugandan Knuckles: [Do you knoe da wae] to da queen? ([DaQueen]) Hater: Nu Ugandan Knuckles: .o. [You must have Ebola] ❋ IAmTheQueenForDaWae (2018)

I opened my eyes, and there was a ghost. I started [panicking]. My eyes suddenly opened up once again; I sat [up straight], "[It must have been a dream]." ❋ Docof_LEGO (2016)

You [slapped] me, now I get to [slap] you back. [Blood must have blood]. ❋ Kickassdeadgirl (2020)

Jack: Yo I was so productive today John: *notices a lot of tissues in [trashcan]* Yeah [I'll bet]. You must have a runny nose! Jack: Haha bro I'm not sick! John: Well then stop killing trees [you wanker]! *points to trashcan* ❋ Chillbro (2014)

A: well it's two of you [against me]. do i really have [a choice]? B: that must have been awkward for you. A: idk. i kinda forgot i was doing it B: (that must have been awkward...) A: you'd probably want to play with my older brother. kind of a beast. B: that must have been awkward. A: [psh]. i've never 'frustrated' you before in my life. B: that must have been awkward for you, then. A: but..you could do that with anything B: that must have been awkward for you, then. ❋ Carpenoctem63141 (2009)

Your ears must have been ringing, I could not [stop] [telling] [people] about you. ❋ Rebecca Wolf (2008)