Metz

American

[mets, mes] / mɛts, mɛs /

noun

a city in and the capital of Moselle, in NE France: fortress; battles 1870, 1918, 1940, 1944.

Metz British

/ mɛs, mɛts /

noun

a city in NE France on the River Moselle: a free imperial city in the 13th century; annexed by France in 1552; part of Germany (1871–1918); centre of the Lorraine iron-mining region. Pop: 123 776 (1999)

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He helped Lyon to victory at Lens on the opening weekend and was named man of the match on his home debut against Metz.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Earlier this month, the Dutch superstar won her debut race in Metz, France, setting a national record of 1:59.07 in the process.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Paris Saint-Germain, who are one point behind Lens in second, host rock-bottom Metz in Saturday's late game.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

Brother Lukas declares her a Franciscan, convincing his superior, Bishop of Tournai Jaan Metz, that the young woman possesses special spiritual gifts.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

“You didn’t miss a word. Between this and your performance with the Metz incident, I wouldn’t be surprised if you get a presidential commendation.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse

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