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playing field

American  

noun

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

playing field British  

noun

  1. a field or open space used for sport

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of playing field

First recorded in 1575–85

Example Sentences

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The report says the MPs are "concerned" that the government is considering stripping funding agency Sport England of its statutory right to be consulted before a playing field is built on.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

It alleged the merger would dramatically tilt the pay-TV playing field, forcing DirecTV to pay dramatically higher fees for the rights to carry Nexstar-Tegna station programming, including local news and NFL football.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

“These assets could be up for grabs for Delta and other airline, such that it could help level the playing field somewhat,” they added.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

“This is about affordability for consumers and creating an even playing field for providers,” the government official said.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Dozens of avatars were locked in fierce combat on a multitiered playing field behind him.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline

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