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
Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 6 Aug. 2025
The clear material is durable and thick for long-term use, and it’s paired with colorful trim and a matching strap in blue, red, or black.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2025
Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 23 Mar. 2025
The two boxers held their fists up while attending the Hublot x WBC Night of Champions Gala to show off their matching luxury timepieces.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Her only accessories are diamond studs and a matching pendant necklace.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 6 Aug. 2025
The clear material is durable and thick for long-term use, and it’s paired with colorful trim and a matching strap in blue, red, or black.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2025
Verb
But his bet is that investors will do better by not only investing in bonds, but ditching the AGG and allowing an active manager like TCW to find better than index-matching opportunities to generate excess returns.
—Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 23 Mar. 2025
The two boxers held their fists up while attending the Hublot x WBC Night of Champions Gala to show off their matching luxury timepieces.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for matching
Adjective
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While the data shows a spike in crime in these areas, citywide data shows that crime is occurring at similar rates to last year.—
Cameron Knight,
The Enquirer,
9 Aug. 2025
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Although the payments would be similar to the 2020 payments issued at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, rebates differ from stimulus checks.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
9 Aug. 2025
Verb
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While physical presence will always be most critical to staying ahead, technological advancements are complementing the leasing process in impactful ways.—
Fred Battisti,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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The trio looked stunning, embodying their style while complementing one another at the awards show.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
6 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The Conners’ lives managed to move forward with surprising twists and turns, like patriarch Dan eventually dating and marrying musician/bartender Louise (Katey Sagal) during Season 4.—
Jim Halterman,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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To leave means starting over in ways far more disruptive than sticking around and — chances are — marrying a fellow wealthy suburbanite.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This was a team that many in March thought had upside comparable to the Dodgers.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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The figure wasn't immediately comparable to estimates.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Still, a year before her record-tying stint at the Olympics, she was diagnosed with two incurable kidney diseases that almost stopped her in her tracks.—
Rachel Murphy,
Health,
8 Jan. 2025
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Tyler Bass missed a potential game-tying field goal late in regulation.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This is analogous to what occurs with respect to ACIP’s recommendations for vaccines.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The process might be analogous to how amino acids spontaneously formed simple organic molecules roughly 4 billion years ago.—
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
27 July 2025
Adjective
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One of my pieces was authenticated through eBay, and the leather, stitching, canvas, and quality are alike.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Here are two reasons why partners do not necessarily need to be alike to be happy, according to the 2025 study.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
Verb
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Tesla has seen by far the biggest percentage decline at 33%, equaling $386 billion in value.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
14 Mar. 2025
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With Swedish great Ingemar Stenmark looking on, Hermann Maier wins the giant slalom for his 13th victory this season, equaling one of the mightiest alpine skiing records.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Matching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matching. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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