matchmaker
noun
match·mak·er
ˈmach-ˌmā-kər 
: one that arranges a match
especially
: one who tries to bring two unmarried individuals together in an attempt to promote a marriage
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Singapore’s success in the space will continue to hinge on its role as innovation partner and matchmaker, Gosker said, noting that nearby countries have referenced the city state’s work on regulations for their own efforts.
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Liang Lei, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2025
However, that contest ended in a split draw, and with neither man impressing the matchmakers in that matchup, the UFC opted not to give either man a second go at earning the belt.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
With the promise of romance looming on the horizon, her family decides to play matchmaker, setting Pia up on dates in the hope of kickstarting her future.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Her family then tries to play matchmaker just as Pia’s ex, Charlie (Fiennes Tiffin), resurfaces in her life.
—Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Feb. 2025
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Liang Lei, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2025
However, that contest ended in a split draw, and with neither man impressing the matchmakers in that matchup, the UFC opted not to give either man a second go at earning the belt.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
With the promise of romance looming on the horizon, her family decides to play matchmaker, setting Pia up on dates in the hope of kickstarting her future.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Her family then tries to play matchmaker just as Pia’s ex, Charlie (Fiennes Tiffin), resurfaces in her life.
—Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Feb. 2025
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“Matchmaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/matchmaker. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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