as in similar
having qualities in common
was fond of dressing the twins in matching outfits
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as in complementing
to be the exact counterpart of
does this handbag's shade of blue match my navy blue pants? the rare blood type that exactly matched that of the transplant recipient
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as in marrying
to give in marriage
they were happy to match their daughter to a man from a good family
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as in meeting
to produce something equal to (as in quality or value)
no one has ever been able to match that novel for its portrayal of the horrors of war
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Recent Examples of matching
Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 30 Dec. 2025
Further details are minimal, with the entire shoe, including its midsole and insole, featuring a matching brown shade.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 29 Dec. 2025
Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 15 Jan. 2026
There are prizes for matching three to six numbers.
—Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 15 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
That didn't bother Bella Hadid, who paired her calf-high winter Uggs with black leggings and a matching black hoodie, contrasting her relaxed leisurewear with a luxurious cream fur coat and red Chanel carryall.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 30 Dec. 2025
Further details are minimal, with the entire shoe, including its midsole and insole, featuring a matching brown shade.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 29 Dec. 2025
Verb
Love adjusted, matching up across the formation, taking out one linebacker for a defensive back and another for a lineman.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 15 Jan. 2026
There are prizes for matching three to six numbers.
—Jennifer Sangalang, Florida Times-Union, 15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for matching
Adjective
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Mitsubishi has a total LNG production capacity across projects of about 15 million metric tons per year currently, and Atheon assets are estimated to add a similar capacity, doubling overall output.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2026
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Six days afterward, a person in a truck that looked similar to the suspect’s vehicle fled, and successfully eluded police, when a BART officer approached, authorities said.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
16 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Not by replacing traditional medicine, but by complementing it.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2026
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But while a coat can often fully conceal a great outfit, a cape, on the other hand, acts more as a strong complementing piece to your overall ensemble.—
Morgan Evans,
InStyle,
15 Jan. 2026
Verb
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But this season has offered its own opportunities for change — marrying the love of his life, becoming a mentor, and leaning into what's next for Alinea.—
Jackie Kostek,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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She’s been based in Fushimi for 26 years, since marrying a local.—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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With fewer than half of Americans meeting the weekly physical exercise recommendations, prioritizing movement often matters more than the exact timing.—
Currie Engel,
Health,
15 Jan. 2026
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As an aspiring rapper himself, Forté joined the Refugee Camp All-Stars after meeting Wyclef and Pras.—
Christine Imarenezor,
VIBE.com,
15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Unlike 1979, when much of the clergy united behind Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini against the Shah, today’s clerical establishment has no comparable unanimity.—
Narges Bajoghli,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
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By brand, comparable sales for the eight weeks versus the same year-ago quarter saw its Journeys Group gain 12 percent.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In the video, Gordon shoots hoops, dances freely, and swings her guitar around in circles, mirroring her unexpected freedom in the recording studio.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
14 Jan. 2026
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Despite the recent attacks, violent crime aboard the system has been down, mirroring dips across the city and country, according to a review of data by the Tribune.—
Deanese Williams-Harris,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Minnesota guard Cade Tyson hit a game-tying 3-pointer with five seconds left, but Wisconsin counterpart John Blackwell sank a game-winning trey at the buzzer for a 78-75 win at Williams Arena.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
14 Jan. 2026
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This was the 93rd launch of the year, tying the record on the Space Coast.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The story positions the protagonist’s work as analogous to nurturing a child.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
9 Jan. 2026
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The international sphere faces analogous pressures.—
Klaus Schwab,
Time,
5 Jan. 2026
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“Matching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matching. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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