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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
Alan Clemons, Outdoor Life, 20 Feb. 2025
In exchange for expanding Medicaid, the federal government offered states a larger funding match to cover those individuals.
—Phil Galewitz, NPR, 20 Feb. 2025
Patrick Mooney, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
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What’s more, the new water bottle appears to be the very definition of a color-happy object: coming in four distinct hues that will match any aesthetic (and bag!).
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 18 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Cane Toads Perhaps the cane toad could have a death match showdown with the Cuban tree frog?
—Alan Clemons, Outdoor Life, 20 Feb. 2025
In exchange for expanding Medicaid, the federal government offered states a larger funding match to cover those individuals.
—Phil Galewitz, NPR, 20 Feb. 2025
Verb
The Cubs will not match the $300 million payrolls supported by the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets.
—Patrick Mooney, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
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What’s more, the new water bottle appears to be the very definition of a color-happy object: coming in four distinct hues that will match any aesthetic (and bag!).
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 18 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for match
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Earlier in the tournament, fans in Montreal booed the U.S. national anthem before Team USA's first game against Finland.—
Alexandra Hutzler,
ABC News,
21 Feb. 2025
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That fact raised the stakes for the 4 Nations tournament, which the NHL created as a replacement this season for the more traditional All-Star Game.—
Greg Rosenstein,
NBC News,
21 Feb. 2025
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Some became alcoholics, while others struggled to hold their marriages together.—
Ellen Wexler,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Feb. 2025
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Some pointed out that while communication issues and misunderstandings happen in marriages, outright delaying action during a medical emergency crosses a serious line.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
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The Celtics set records for most points (179), most points in a half (90), most points in a quarter (52) and most field goals (72).—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
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Liquidity will still come, likely in the second half of 2025, when the SEC relaxes some rules and the Magnificent 7 begin to buy.—
Dan Primack,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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But despite the media blitz projecting images of an unrelenting nationwide sweep, so far, the deportation of migrants is well below the monthly average during the Biden administration, and there is little evidence that ICE is arresting or detaining any more people than usual.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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For example, the site posts the flight path, images, coordinates, maps and information from news sources and social media posts for the Delta flight that rolled over in Toronto Pearson.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN,
22 Feb. 2025
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After the goalless draw in one of soccer’s fiercest rivalries, the Portuguese manager was yet again outspoken in his press conference.—
Ben Church,
CNN,
25 Feb. 2025
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The rivalry between the two legends, both on and off the course, is well known.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Aesop has redefined what a fragrance retail space can be, ensuring that each of its stores is a sensory experience in itself, with interiors designed to reflect their local surroundings, complemented by the brand’s signature blend of botanical aromas.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Most notably, the five-bedroom spread features lime and clay plastered walls in a pale, warm shade of beige that perfectly complement the bright, beautiful oak floors.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
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Eve and Maximillion have been married for over a decade, having tied the knot in 2014.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
25 Feb. 2025
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And not just because the Dame of the British Empire and acting icon has been married for 28 years to director Taylor Hackford.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
24 Feb. 2025
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The school’s small class sizes allow for highly individualized attention, ensuring that each child’s unique learning style and academic needs are met.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Property managers need to adapt quickly to stay competitive and meet the demands of both tenants and property owners.—
Nathan Levinson,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Match.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/match. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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