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rematch

/ˌriˈmætʃ/
/ˈrimætʃ/
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Other forms: rematches

After a tie or an unsatisfactory result in a game or competition, people might call for a rematch to play again and settle the score.

A rematch is a second game or competition between opponents who competed against each other before. Rematches are common in sports and in competitive games like chess, especially when the first outcome was close or controversial. For example, if a chess game ends in a draw — in which neither player wins — the players might agree to a rematch to determine a winner. Rematches add excitement and anticipation as competitors get another chance to prove themselves against a challenging opponent.

Definitions of rematch
  1. noun
    something (especially a game) that is played again
    synonyms: replay
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    type of:
    repeat, repetition
    an event that repeats
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