Definition & Meaning of "Match up"

Match up

/mˈatʃ ˈʌp/

/mˈætʃ ˈʌp/

(of information) to align or correspond, indicating accuracy or reliability

to meet or surpass expectations or standards set by another in terms of quality, performance, or achievement

to combine or pair items in a way complement each other in terms of appearance, style, taste, or function

Example

The witness's account of the crime scene matches up with the police report.

The two versions of the story don't match up, leaving room for doubt.

The results of the two independent studies match up, suggesting that the conclusion is valid.

The symptoms described by the patient match up with those of a rare disease, prompting further investigation.

The archaeological artifacts found at the site match up with descriptions from ancient texts, providing valuable insights into the past.

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