level the playing field
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: to make a situation fair for everyone
revising the tax code to level the playing field for all companies
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While female executives continue to face unique reputation challenges, a proactive reputation strategy can help level the playing field.
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Kristi Piehl,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Supporters say the law is a long-overdue move to level the playing field between retailers and global digital platforms.
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Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
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Kristi Piehl,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Supporters say the law is a long-overdue move to level the playing field between retailers and global digital platforms.
—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for level the playing field
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“Level the playing field.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/level%20the%20playing%20field. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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