Example Sentences

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As a businessman, his primary goal was selling pay-per-views, which he accomplished by developing a reputation for arranging interesting, well-matched fights.

From Slate • Jun. 14, 2026

The flu vaccine could be improved, and this year’s isn’t well-matched to the strain that’s circulating.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 3, 2025

That was enough for the 30-year-old to claim the set in an otherwise well-matched duel.

From Barron's • Oct. 12, 2025

Whereas the spinners on the opposing sides were well-matched, the touring seamers comfortably outperformed Pakistan’s - 26 wickets at an average of 23.2 compared to 11 at 62.7.

From BBC • Oct. 11, 2024

“L’Allegro and II Penseroso. A well-matched pair. I think Bunny’s about the only person in the world who can make Henry laugh.”

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt