rematch

[ree-mach, ree-mach, ree-mach]

verb (used with object)

1. to match again; duplicate.

   an attempt to rematch a shade of green paint.

2. to schedule a second match for or between.

   to rematch the winners in each soccer league.

noun

1. a second match between teams, challengers, etc.; return match.

rematch

noun

1. sport a second or return match between contestants

verb

1. (tr) to match (two contestants) again

Word History and Origins

Origin of rematch¹

First recorded in 1855–60; re- + match ²

Example Sentences

"The rematch against Ireland at Soldier Field will be a huge occasion, and then facing some of the northern hemisphere's best at their home grounds is a fantastic challenge for us."

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Allen was on the wrong end of a contentious loss in Saudi Arabia before knocking out Fisher in a rematch at a sold-out Copper Box Arena in May 2025.

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In the 2025 rematch, his only goal came in the third period of Game 5.

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History suggests that the stage is perfectly set for a Yankees-Dodgers rematch in the World Series.

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Another rematch between the top two players in the world, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, and another chance for them to put their stamp on this era of tennis.

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