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as in tournament
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
a chess match
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2
as in marriage
a union representing a special kind of social and legal partnership between two people
from all appearances those two have got a good match there
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as in half
either of a pair matched in one or more qualities
I can't find the match to this sock
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as in equivalent
one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value
for a wife he wants a woman who will be his match in every aspect of their lives
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as in image
something or someone that strongly resembles another
Erin is so nearly my exact match you'd think she must be my twin and not just my cousin
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as in rivalry
an earnest effort for superiority or victory over another
the discussion soon degenerated into a pointless shouting match
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as in to complement
to be the exact counterpart of
does this handbag's shade of blue match my navy blue pants? the rare blood type that exactly matched that of the transplant recipient
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as in to meet
to produce something equal to (as in quality or value)
no one has ever been able to match that novel for its portrayal of the horrors of war
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Recent Examples of match
Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 27 Mar. 2025
The Legislature also removed the match requirement for low-income applicants.
—Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2025
PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2025
This garland matches well with the festive pastel tower of eggs and will give your living area a very Easter feel.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Susan had found Teresa and neutralized the redhead’s would-be rapist/gun runner with a bullet to his frank-and-beans, while Villanueva nearly met his match in one of the gun-running goons.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 27 Mar. 2025
The Legislature also removed the match requirement for low-income applicants.
—Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2025
Verb
This length of commitment is matched only by Samsung.
—PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2025
This garland matches well with the festive pastel tower of eggs and will give your living area a very Easter feel.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for match
Noun
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The Kings defeated the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the play-in tournament before losing to the New Orleans Pelicans in a game that would have sent them to the playoffs as the No.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Miami guard scored 30 points, and the team’s loss put them in the 10th spot in the playoffs – at the edge of the play-in tournament.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Get Curious About Who Your Partner Is Now One of the biggest reasons marriages feel stale is the illusion of familiarity.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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The book, which takes place in both the 1950s and present day, tells the story of Hollywood star Evelyn Hugo and her seven marriages — including one big secret.—
Sharareh Drury,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Instagram, which Meta has owned for over a decade, accounts for half of the company's overall advertising revenue.—
Jacob Rosen,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Researchers say that for decades almost half of all socioenvironmental conflicts in Chile were directly related to water issues.—
Troy Aidan Sambajon,
Christian Science Monitor,
14 Apr. 2025
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The images feature the brand’s ready-to-wear, custom and bespoke suits, the latter of which are available by appointment with the company’s master tailor.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The New Yorker received the National Magazine Award for photography, winning for images illustrating three very distinct stories.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
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What has endured and evolved, however, is a fierce rivalry in an event that is now huge business, watched by up to 250,000 in person, millions more on television (the races are being screened live on BBC One) and sponsored by French luxury brand Chanel, no less.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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While known for his exceptional mic skills, Punk also consistently delivered in-ring performances, with his rivalry against John Cena and Rey Mysterio producing some of his most iconic bouts.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Beyond the grill, sushi remains a key element, with a dedicated section that complements the meat selection.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
7 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, corporations must invest in skills that complement AI, such as critical thinking, creativity, and emotional intelligence.—
Piyachart Isarabhakdee,
Time,
7 Apr. 2025
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She got married again, too, this time to the three-hundred-pound baritone who’d played the part of Pharaoh in her staging of Exodus.—
Casey Cep,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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Vera Miles was poised to be the next Grace Kelly – the glamorous Hitchcock blonde who went on to marry a prince.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Their new album Rushmere is named after where the band originally met in Wimbledon.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The policy was met with public outcry and condemnation from pediatric associations, faith leaders, and even members of Trump’s party.—
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Match.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/match. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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