playing field

American  

noun

1. an expanse of level ground, as in a park or stadium, where athletic events are held.

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playing field British  

noun

1. a field or open space used for sport

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Etymology

Origin of playing field

First recorded in 1575–85

Example Sentences

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playing field

But now, more states are leveling the playing field.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 22, 2026

With officiating at a breaking point, experts in school athletics are pushing for changes in the way sports officials are recruited, trained and, most important, treated on the playing field.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026

But Ukraine has pioneered innovations that are tilting the playing field.

From Slate ● Jul. 10, 2026

A coalition mindset doesn’t mean denying history or pretending that America has been a level playing field.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2026

He spied his friend’s bicycle leaning against a tree at the edge of the playing field.

From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry

Related Words

• arena
• turf