- a variation of match-up.
matchup
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Flanagan now advances to a general election matchup against Michele Tafoya, a former professional sports sideline reporter.
From Slate ● Aug. 15, 2026
The NBA Cup opener is a second matchup in the first weeks of the season between the Lakers and the Warriors, who begin their regular-season schedules on Oct.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
The Red Sox-Orioles matchup planned on Tuesday at Fenway Park was postponed because of heavy rains and thunderstorms in the Boston area.
From Barron's ● Jul. 21, 2026
And perhaps the ultimate marquee matchup: Babe Ruth, the pitcher, vs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
Across from me, Roshan is the only one who looks solemn at the matchup announcement.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
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