matchup

noun

match·up ˈmach-ˌəp

Synonyms of matchup

: match entry 1

Examples of matchup in a Sentence

a boxing matchup that promises to be a sportswriter's dream

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In the first of four matchups against the Stars this season, the Hawks didn’t give their fans much to cheer about, losing 4-0 in front of 18,233 at the United Center. — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026 Swift was at Arrowhead Stadium for the Chiefs’ divisional matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 18 Oct. 2026 Jordan Love and Green Bay’s receivers have a favorable matchup at home. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026 Today’s mode of transport—a motorcycle—debuted on the basketball court, rather than the football field, during a matchup against longtime rival Duke. — Katie Riley, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for matchup

Word History

First Known Use

1959, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of matchup was in 1959

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matchup

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