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matches

NOUN

competition

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bout contest event game race test trial

STRONG

engagement meet rivalry sport

Antonyms

STRONGEST

peace

WEAK

clash difference imbalance mismatch

NOUN

counterpart, equal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

double

STRONG

adversary analogue antagonist approximation companion competitor complement copy correlate duplicate equivalent like mate opponent parallel peer replica ringer rival twin

WEAK

countertype dead ringer lookalike spitting image

Antonyms

STRONG

ally associate difference helper original supporter

WEAK

clash imbalance mismatch

NOUN

couple

Synonyms

STRONGEST

pairing

STRONG

affiliation alliance combination duet espousal marriage mating pair partnership union

Antonyms

STRONG

disunion division divorce separation

WEAK

clash difference imbalance mismatch

Example Sentences

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The Japanese player said she did not know if that blockbuster match would be under consideration for the night session, but added she felt the slot was reserved for "popcorn matches".

From BBC • May 30, 2026

My employer matches contributions up to 6%, but I’m considering reducing my contribution to 3% for just this year.

From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026

Mauresmo has insisted the night sessions will not be extended to two matches - like the Australian Open and US Open - in fear of creating late finishes.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

S. travelers to come into the U.S. to go to soccer matches really did put some constraints on some travelers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

As I pick up the coins, I swipe a book of matches from the carton on the counter.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz