Meet your match Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To find someone or something as strong, skilled, or challenging as you are, often after being unmatched before.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and often used in competition or rivalry. Common in both serious and playful situations: sports, games, debate, or even romance. Usually implies surprise or challenge for someone who is not used to being equaled.
Example Sentences
After years of winning, she finally met her match in the new player.
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He thought no one could beat him, but he met his match in the finals.
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The champion finally met her match after a long winning streak.
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You’re good at chess, but I think you’ve just met your match.
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When it comes to spicy food, she’s finally met her match with this hot sauce.
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He always wins arm-wrestling matches, but tonight he might have met his match.
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