matchup

noun

match·​up ˈmach-ˌəp How to pronounce matchup (audio)

Examples of matchup in a Sentence

a boxing matchup that promises to be a sportswriter's dream
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Michigan State is likewise red hot heading into this matchup, as the Spartans have won their last four games, including a dramatic 58-55 win over Maryland just this week. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Mar. 2025 His reward was a matchup against Gaethje in the co-main event of UFC 286. Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025 The Eagles start their season at Incarnate Wood in San Antonio, Texas, on Aug. 30 before traveling here for a Sept. 6 matchup. Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 28 Feb. 2025 The Fever took the season series 3-1 last year, winning both of their home games and the second matchup in Chicago. Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for matchup

Word History

First Known Use

1959, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of matchup was in 1959

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“Matchup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/matchup. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.

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