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well-matched

British

adjective

(of two people) likely to have a successful relationship
(of two teams or competitors) likely to compete on an even level
(of two or a pair) looking or functioning well together

well-matched roan ponies

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Example Sentences

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The flu vaccine could be improved, and this year’s isn’t well-matched to the strain that’s circulating.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 3, 2025

That was enough for the 30-year-old to claim the set in an otherwise well-matched duel.

From Barron's • Oct. 12, 2025

The two were well-matched in the set, with both playing some entertaining points before Shelton's strong serving helped him pull away in the resulting tie-break.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2025

It was a weird non-sequitur that winked at their age and reminded us of why these old guys are still two of the best reasons to watch TV, and how well-matched they are with Gomez.

From Salon • Sep. 16, 2024

“L’Allegro and II Penseroso. A well-matched pair. I think Bunny’s about the only person in the world who can make Henry laugh.”

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt

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