hunting ground
Americannoun
noun
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the area of a hunt
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Also called: happy hunting ground. any place containing a supply of what is wanted or in which a search is conducted
some resorts are a happy hunting ground for souvenirs
Etymology
Origin of hunting ground
An Americanism dating back to 1650–60
Example Sentences
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Friends of Big Bear Valley, a nonprofit that operates the nest livestream, has long argued that the roughly 63-acre parcel is a critical hunting ground for the local eagles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
Was there a risk in returning to such a familiar hunting ground?
From BBC ● Mar. 27, 2026
The hunting ground, in waters west of Norway, is a prime route for Russia’s Northern Fleet submarines.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 11, 2026
Verizon has been known as a hunting ground of sorts for its rivals.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 30, 2026
The Bay Area has a reputation for its sourdough bread, so I figured the air outside my house would be an excellent hunting ground for wild yeast.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
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