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sought-after

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




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On April 19, as search-and-rescue teams dug through the rubble for survivors, Emerson became a sought-after TV pundit.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

In the final days of the NBA regular season, basketball’s most ambitious franchises were going all-out in pursuit of the sport’s most sought-after spots.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Within less than five years, the number of exhibitors has almost doubled, organisers said, with the 2026 edition welcoming 11 new brands, including Audemars Piguet, one of the most sought-after among collectors.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

“This charming beachside cottage is located on the highly sought-after north end of Clearwater Beach, offering the ultimate Florida lifestyle with direct, private beach access just steps from you back door,” the listing notes.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Once again he was a sought-after guest in all the city’s salons and, at least for a while, his name was cleared.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende




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