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matched

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verb

past tense of match

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Recent Examples of matched
Adjective
Put pre-matched outfits on the same hanger. Brandi Jones, Health, 25 Feb. 2026
Verb
Playing with Wyatt Johnston and Justin Hryckowian, Rantanen has been matched up primarily against the Boldy line and the Quinn Hughes-Brock Faber pairing. Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026 The ticket matched five winning numbers but not the mega number in the drawing Saturday, April 26 to win $30,084, the California State Lottery said. Don Sweeney april 26, Sacbee.com, 26 Apr. 2026 But those over the age of 35 almost matched those numbers, or 44 percent to 48 percent, including those over the age of 55 who were previously mentioned. Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 26 Apr. 2026 Without Swalwell on the ballot, Becerra has gained 15 points among Democratic voters — an uptick that has not been matched by Steyer or Porter. Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 26 Apr. 2026 He was matched by Portland’s James Pantemis, who made three critical saves. Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026 The prints matched another man who had confessed to his ex-girlfriend, and Monson was released. Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2026 Valenzuela has already matched his career high set in 30 appearances in 2024. CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026 The traditional urban firehouse is an almost perfect neighbor — matched in scale and material to the predominantly residential neighborhood while using subtle details that indicate its status as an official civic structure. Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for matched
Adjective
  • To watch her horse Fabricate race at the 2018 Royal Ascot, the Queen opted for a yellow floral dress and a matching bright coat and hat with a blue flower adorning it.
    Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Mon Coeur collection and more matching moments below!
    ABC News, ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Ross was married to DJ and television personality Scott Ross from 1967 until his death in 2023.
    ABC News, ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Ross was married to the DJ and television personality Scott Ross from 1967 until his death in 2023.
    Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The magnificent hue is complemented by Satin Platinum Atlas and Silver Chrome accents on the trim and badging.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Massive modern skyscrapers dominate the horizon, complemented by fashionable retail outlets.
    Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Several of the Dodgers players met with Cubs outfielder Michael Conforto prior to Friday’s game to give him his 2025 World Series championship ring.
    Michael Huntley, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Demidov’s wrist shot met with a pad save.
    Arpon Basu, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Choose from classic styles, vegan leather designs with interchangeable straps, clear styles great for summer events and tumbler compatible styles.
    Tory Johnson, ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
  • On Wednesday, a department spokesperson told CBS News Texas the changes would ensure that policies involving cooperation with other law enforcement agencies are compatible with state and federal guidelines.
    Doug Myers, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The family group also contained four other adult wolves, which might have been brothers and sisters, parents, or even grandparents of the mated pair.
    Frank Glaser, Outdoor Life, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Packs may consist of a mated pair and sometimes few young pups.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The on-set archetypes of a Chinese film crew paralleled those of Hollywood.
    Chang Che, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
  • A lot of what Annie has gone through has weirdly paralleled my own life.
    Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The 9-17 start is also tied for the 12th worst start through this point in franchise history.
    Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
  • The swinging bunt tied the game at 1-1.
    Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026

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“Matched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matched. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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