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
Lara Walsh, InStyle, 30 May 2026
While a full colorway description is not yet available, the entire shoe is expected to feature a matching red shade.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Lidia Maseres, Glamour, 3 June 2026
Shop elegant silk maxi slip dresses, stunning lightweight linen pieces, and trendy styles like this strapless number that comes with a matching scarf.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
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Adjective
For her May 30 match against Iva Jovic, the tennis star shone from every angle in a sequined dress and a matching reflective jacket featuring a divisive peplum design.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 30 May 2026
While a full colorway description is not yet available, the entire shoe is expected to feature a matching red shade.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Verb
Some come with matching pendant necklaces or bracelets; others are unique, handmade pieces.
—Lidia Maseres, Glamour, 3 June 2026
Shop elegant silk maxi slip dresses, stunning lightweight linen pieces, and trendy styles like this strapless number that comes with a matching scarf.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for matching
Adjective
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According to data from research firm Alpine Macro, Indian stocks are currently trading at 21 times forward earnings, similar to Taiwan, while South Korean equities are trading at nine times forward earnings.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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This presumably means ground operations, which could result in considerable American casualties, or infrastructure strikes, which could lead Iran to retaliate against similar targets in the Gulf.—
Thomas Wright,
The Atlantic,
4 June 2026
Verb
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This wide-leg style has a high-rise, straight-leg fit, perfect for complementing a skinny belt and a polished top, such as a collared shirt or a silk shirt.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
31 May 2026
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To make the resemblances convincing, Gethings recruited participants by complementing their standout features and promising to accentuate them with the help of hair and makeup stylists in a studio setting.—
Pat Mueller,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
Verb
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The 71-year-old Today show weatherman shared details from Leila's big day marrying Sylvain Gricourt during the Monday, June 1 broadcast of the NBC morning show.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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The couple made things all the more official by marrying in 2014.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
31 May 2026
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Less than two weeks later, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar visited Baku, meeting with the Azerbaijani president and other top officials.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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The two were meeting as part of a vape pen purchase that later turned into a robbery attempt, according to the report.—
Maveah Griffith,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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Accessible rooms are available, putting this hotel head and shoulders above comparable historic properties.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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No, Love Island contestants aren’t exactly producing dialogue comparable to The Bard of Avon’s work.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Your social circle is mirroring something back to you, Virgo.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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The fate of the industry that powers one of America’s favorite pastimes is mirroring the economic struggles of the country itself.—
HubSpot,
HubSpot,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Attendees enjoy live music, professional and instructional fly tying, casting clinics and demos.—
Laura Daily,
Denver Post,
3 June 2026
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That would be their 7-foot-4 unicorn Victor Wembanyama, who is 8-for-11 in the clutch so far this postseason, including his game-tying 28-footer in overtime of Game 1 of the Western Conference finals.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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StubHub said the demand for Game 3 tickets at MSG is analogous to the Super Bowl.—
Mike Vorkunov,
New York Times,
4 June 2026
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Despite the analogous finals matchup, some components of modern life in 2026 may look unfamiliar to the time traveler, while other scenes may strike a similar chord.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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“Matching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matching. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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