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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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“Music artists deserve to compete on a level playing field, not one distorted by bribes, and listeners deserve transparency in what they are being recommended,” Paxton said.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

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

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

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

His dramas set domestic conflicts against the backdrop of societal systems that insidiously warp the playing field for their characters.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The bridge’s just a footbridge that connects the far end of the school playing field to a country lane that goes down to Upton-on-Severn.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

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