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Region: General | Usage example: The collaboration between the pianist and violinist was truly a match made in heaven.

A match made in heaven

Meaning

A pairing or arrangement that feels perfect or destined.

Usage

Used when praising couples, teams, or partnerships that complement each other.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Romantic writers long described ideal unions as being arranged in paradise.

The phrase travels back to the 17th century when love stories were described as preordained.