matchup

noun

match·​up ˈmach-ˌəp How to pronounce matchup (audio)
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Examples of matchup in a Sentence

a boxing matchup that promises to be a sportswriter's dream
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Carlo Ancelotti, speaking at a press conference on Thursday at the Philadelphia Stadium, said the matchup between Haiti and Scotland was balanced and praised the Haitians’ physicality. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 19 June 2026 The early goal eased some US worries given that Pulisic was ruled out of Friday’s matchup with Australia after suffering a calf injury in the World Cup opener against Paraguay last week. David Close, CNN Money, 19 June 2026 The network will feature premium matchups and highlight top programs, aiming to deliver consistent production quality across broadcasts. Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 19 June 2026 Both nations enter this matchup riding high after multi-goal victories in their World Cup openers. Geoff Clark Outkick, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for matchup

Word History

First Known Use

1959, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of matchup was in 1959

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“Matchup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/matchup. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.

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