home field

noun

sports
: a team's own field where it plays in front of its fans
The team has been tough to beat on its home field.

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As for any home field advantage, expect things to get ugly in a hurry at the Linc. — Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 7 Nov. 2026 If Gotham wins, that semifinal will be played at Gotham’s home field. — Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2026 The Green Bay Packers are 4-3 for the season and have done a good job of protecting their home field, entering with a 2-1 record. — David Troy Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2026 With Liberty looking to maintain its position atop Conference USA, the Flames will have an opportunity to return the favor on their home field. — Alejandro Hernandez, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for home field

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“Home field.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/home%20field. Accessed 11 Nov. 2026.

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