rematch

noun

: a second match between the same contestants or teams

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That rematch will be one of the highlights of the NWSL’s new Rivalry Weekend, marked for August 8 – August 10. Melanie Anzidei, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025 In other words, two Big Ten teams, two SEC teams and two rematches of the conference championships. Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2025 Marist 17-6 (3) A rematch with Marian Catholic is on tap Saturday for Grace Harmon and RedHawks. Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2025 At least the bracket was such that a rematch in either instance would not have occurred prior to the championship. Tom Layberger, Forbes, 21 Jan. 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 30 Jan. 2025.

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rematch

noun
: a second meeting between the same contestants

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