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matched

Pronunciation: [mætʃt]

Word

Context: "similarity"

(verb) to be the same in some way. When two things are matched, they look alike or have complementary features. It's like finding a pair of shoes that go well together.

Example

Her dress matched perfectly with her shoes.

Example

Their outfits didn't match at all; they clashed horribly.

Example

Do you think those colors match well?

Context: "games"

(verb) to pair or connect two similar items. In games, you might match cards with the same picture, like matching pairs in a memory game.

Example

He matched the two cards successfully and won extra points.

Example

She tried to match the cards, but they were different and didn’t work.

Example

Can you match the cards on the table?

Context: "relationship"

(adjective) when two people are suited for each other, like having similar interests or good chemistry. It's often used to describe romantic partners or friendships.

Example

They are a matched couple, always enjoying the same activities together.

Example

They were not a matched pair; their interests were too different.

Example

Do you think they make a matched couple?

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