testing ground

noun

1

: a place where machines, vehicles, etc., are tested to see if they are working correctly

a testing ground for weapons

2

: a place or situation in which new ideas, methods, etc., can be tried

Her class served as a testing ground for new teaching methods.

Examples of testing ground in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But Florida has worked to become a major testing ground for companies like Joby Aviation and BETA Technologies. — Jim Turner, Sun Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026

The store is also a testing ground for future expansion, allowing Mecca to assess how travelers respond to its assortment, services and format. — Kapila Ireland, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026

So the Palisades last week was a testing ground for the city’s emergency preparedness. — Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Its Prince Street pop-up became another important testing ground for community events, collaborations and in-person experiences. — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for testing ground

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