Phrase guide

match up

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To be similar or the same.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

Examples

  • Unfortunately, none of the numbers on my lottery ticket matched up with the ones drawn.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To put together, or in a pair.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • After matching up all the socks in the draw, I threw away those without a pair.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To matchmake; to set up a romantic meeting between two people.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • She thought James asked her on a date because he was interested in her, but it turned out he wanted to match her up with his brother.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

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