a match for

Example Sentences

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Mcauley says he still remembers the "excitement" of going to a match for the first time with his father: "Once the game was over, that was it, I'm forever hooked."

From BBC • May 23, 2026

A focus on collectibles could make the online marketplace a match for the videogame retailer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

It was also the first time Gyokeres has been involved in three goals in a match for Arsenal.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Nanos on Thursday confirmed they had tested some blood from the outside of the home for DNA, which only appeared to be a match for Nancy Guthrie.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026

Ahmaad was conflicted, though, because while he liked and trusted Zeitoun and wanted to help, he was hoping this friend of Yuko’s might be a match for another friend of his.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers