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Match

/mˈætʃ/
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(noun) A competitive sporting event such as a boxing meet (commonly called a "bout"), a baseball game, or a cricket match.

To our surprise, he was defeated in the match.
I am no match for him in diplomatic shrewdness.
CEFR Practice Quiz
He used a ____ to light the candles on the birthday cake just before the party started.

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