rematch

noun

re·​match ˈrē-ˌmach  (ˌ)rē-ˈmach 

: a second match between the same contestants or teams

Examples of rematch in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But all the available data indicates that the Seahawks–Patriots Super Bowl rematch was the main attraction on Wednesday night. — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2026

Gane called out Aspinall for a rematch in Paris after beating Alex Pereira with a second-round stoppage to take the interim heavyweight strap at the White House in June. — Leon Imber, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Drew Lock replaced Darnold and led Seattle to a 13-10 comeback win over New England in a Super Bowl rematch Wednesday night. — ABC News, 11 Sep. 2026

In their rematch, McKee was dogged by questions about his administration’s work to replace a critical bridge in the state capital that was abruptly closed due to safety problems in 2023. — Kimberlee Kruesi, Fortune, 10 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rematch

• attach
• bycatch
• despatch
• detach
• dispatch
• mismatch
• nuthatch
• potlatch
• bache
• batch
• brach
• catch

Kids Definition

rematch

noun

re·​match (ˈ)rē-ˈmach  ˈrē-ˌmach 

: a second meeting between the same contestants