playing field
noun
1
: a field for various games
especially
: the part of a field officially marked off for play
2
: a set of conditions for competition
—usually used in such phrases as a level playing field
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It is being written right now — on playing fields, around campfires, and in communities across the state — with support from other women behind us.
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Emily Green, Boston Herald, 14 Mar. 2026
The budget takes work, and lawmakers also must resolve details of a ballot question on cutting property taxes in Florida, and on redrawing the lines of congressional districts to tilt the playing field even more in the Republicans’ favor.
—Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2026
To ensure the playing field is level, no chains will be included.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The bigger playing field Sac State’s $23 million commitment to playing in the MAC isn’t its only financial commitment.
—Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 8 Mar. 2026
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Emily Green, Boston Herald, 14 Mar. 2026
The budget takes work, and lawmakers also must resolve details of a ballot question on cutting property taxes in Florida, and on redrawing the lines of congressional districts to tilt the playing field even more in the Republicans’ favor.
—Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2026
To ensure the playing field is level, no chains will be included.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 13 Mar. 2026
The bigger playing field Sac State’s $23 million commitment to playing in the MAC isn’t its only financial commitment.
—Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 8 Mar. 2026
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“Playing field.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playing%20field. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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