
Rematch
Competitive Context
Used when talking about games or sports where opponents face each other again.

The basketball teams are excited for the rematch after the nail-biting finish last week.
Seeking Redemption
A rematch often implies that the challenger wants to prove their skill or take revenge after a defeat.

She demanded a rematch to redeem herself after her unexpected loss in the chess tournament.
Not Always Immediate
Rematches do not necessarily occur soon after the first game; they can happen much later.

Fans waited a year to see the rematch of the two legendary boxers.
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