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to meet one's match
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to be challenged by someone as equally good or slightly better than one
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What is the origin of the idiom "meet one's match" and when to use it?
The idiom "meet one's match" is originated from the game of chess, where players have to find a match for their opponent's moves. The phrase is often used in a competitive context, where individuals or groups are pitted against one another, and one side finds a match in the other.
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The debate team is competing against the best in the state, and they're nervous that they might finally meet their match.
After years of being the top performer, he finally found his match in the new recruit.
I heard that the chess champion is coming to town, I wonder if anyone will find their match.
The two boxers are in the ring, and it looks like one of them might finally meet their match.
I've played against many opponents, but I've yet to meet my match.
