- present tense form of match (3rd person singular).
matches
Example Sentences
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Those who work on safety often focus on “alignment,” the practice of making sure an AI system’s behavior matches human intentions.
From The Wall Street Journal β Sep. 17, 2026
The flamingo flicks through mid-wicket in Test matches and hitting Glenn McGrath back over his head for six at Lord's in 2005.
From BBC β Sep. 15, 2026
He also has four goals in seven matches against Tuesday's opponents Liverpool during his time at Tottenham.
From BBC β Sep. 15, 2026
They have not scored in their opening four league matches - the first time they have failed to do so in their history.
From BBC β Sep. 15, 2026
They had ample food, guns, matches, and dogs.
From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong
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