match-up

American  

[mach-uhp] / ˈmætʃˌʌp /

Or matchup

noun

1. a pairing or combining; linkage.

   a match-up of federal funds with state aid.

2. a direct contest or confrontation, as between two athletes or political candidates.

3. an investigation of similarities and differences; comparison.

   a match-up of property taxes in two counties.

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Etymology

Origin of match-up

First recorded in 1960–65; noun use of verb phrase match up

Example Sentences

Nielsen, like its clients, wants to ensure that the numbers match up, Fuhrer said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

So however we need to prepare for each other, however we need to match up, that’s what it’s going to take.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Henwick does admit, though, that her commitment to slow living doesn't always match up well with her occupation.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Korda seized a 5-2 lead in the final tie-break and served for the match up 5-4, but sent two forehands long and Fritz blasted a service winner on the final point for the triumph.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

I feared that if my answers didn’t match up precisely with those of my family, we would not get to go to America.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana

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