rematch

noun

: a second match between the same contestants or teams

Examples of rematch in a Sentence

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Still, any hopes for a rematch in the final were dashed when Team USA was pummelled 9-2 by the Swedes in the semis, and to this day this tournament is remembered more for Canada’s 3-2 overtime win over the Soviets in that same round than anything else, including the final. Sean McIndoe, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025 Meanwhile, Edwards knows that a big win could put him right back in line for another shot at the title and, potentially, a rematch with Muhammad. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025 Ahead of tonight's Super Bowl rematch, former NFL quarterback Alex Smith takes us inside the all-important mental game to play on football's biggest stage. ABC News, 9 Feb. 2025 The Super Bowl is here Why the Chiefs-Eagles Super Bowl rematch could deliver a ratings record for Fox. Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 9 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 21 Feb. 2025.

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rematch

noun
: a second meeting between the same contestants

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