rematch

noun

: a second match between the same contestants or teams

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In a rematch of last year’s championship, Jefferson defeated Oconee County 4-3 on penalty kicks to win the girls 3A state title Tuesday at Duluth High School. Sarah Spencer, AJC.com, 13 May 2026 The atmosphere inside Sports Illustrated Stadium for Gotham’s rematch with Boston on Saturday was electric. Melanie Anzidei, New York Times, 12 May 2026 If the Bearcats are victorious, a rematch with 2025 state champion Melissa could be in store. Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2026 Chicago, Arizona, Kansas City, the Los Angeles Chargers or a title-game rematch against New England are the remaining possibilities. ABC News, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for rematch

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of rematch was in 1941

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“Rematch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rematch. Accessed 14 May. 2026.

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rematch

noun
: a second meeting between the same contestants

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