rematch

noun

: a second match between the same contestants or teams

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In a rematch of their thrilling quarterfinal meeting at last summer’s Paris Games, Japan scored early goals in both halves en route to a 2-1 defeat of the United States Women’s National Team. Kyle Kensing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025 Despite beating the Mountaineers earlier, Colorado lost by 27 in the rematch. Mark Schindler, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025 However, Nunes evened the score with a dominant unanimous decision victory in the rematch in July 2022. Brian Mazique, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025 The rematch was on the undercard for Paul’s fight against Tyson in 2024 and stole the show, with Taylor winning by unanimous decision in a controversial bout. Jonny Velasquez, CNN, 21 Feb. 2025 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 3 Mar. 2025.

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rematch

noun
: a second meeting between the same contestants

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