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as in ground
a small area of usually open land
a field that is the frequent site of neighborhood softball games
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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
the first woman to enter the field of medicine
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as in battlefield
a place where a battle takes place
the field where two mighty armies met and changed the course of history
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as in airfield
a place from which aircraft operate that usually has paved runways and a terminal
Worsham Field in Corpus Christi used to be home to a sizable crop dusting operation
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as in expansion
a wide space or area
the cemetery's field of crosses for the war's fallen seemed to stretch to infinity
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as in attack
active fighting during the course of a war
in the classroom the general had been a brilliant theoretician, but in the field he proved to be a wholly incompetent tactician
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as in to address
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
gave the waitress a large tip because she kept smiling as she fielded their many requests
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Recent Examples of field
Michael Huntley, Oc Register, 10 May 2026
Luke Kennard came off the bench to give the Lakers 13 points, shooting five for six from the field and three for four from three-point range.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2026
With a runner on first and no outs, King fielded Joey Ortiz’s bunt and turned to throw to first.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026
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Noun
Ratzlaff won the ensuing faceoff, ran down the field and scored nine seconds later.
—Michael Huntley, Oc Register, 10 May 2026
Luke Kennard came off the bench to give the Lakers 13 points, shooting five for six from the field and three for four from three-point range.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Verb
To that end, a report by Israeli news outlet mako published last week suggested a future concert by Ye in Israel was in the works, with the rapper allegedly fielding multiple offers.
—Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2026
With a runner on first and no outs, King fielded Joey Ortiz’s bunt and turned to throw to first.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for field
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The resort has multiple buildings, but everything is walkable, and the carefully landscaped grounds and paths are almost jungle-like, further enhancing the natural setting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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And there are the activities, notably multiple golf courses, but also 100 acres of sporting grounds, sports courts, and an array of wellness and fitness facilities, as well as almost a dozen dining venues that offer everything from a snack to an epicurean feast.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
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Likewise, in building communities, there must be a priority on preserving green spaces, creating walkable neighborhoods to reduce traffic and car emissions, intentionally designating areas for wildlife habitats, and prioritizing quality of life through parks, trails, and conservation areas.—
Sammy Duda,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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The mayor of the Los Angeles-area city of Arcadia will plead guilty to illegally acting as an agent of China and has resigned from her municipal position, officials said Monday.—
Andrew Blankstein,
NBC news,
12 May 2026
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Parking for the new facility would be on a portion of the land that cannot be developed because of the safety zone.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
9 May 2026
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Artichoke Artichokes are an excellent perennial option for gardeners in mild climates, with most varieties growing best in USDA zones 7 to 11.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
9 May 2026
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At the same time, new drone technology is also giving Ukraine a battlefield advantage, helping to roll back Russian troops, who have also been cut off from Starlink internet connections that were vital to their own drones.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
9 May 2026
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State television commentators said that the heavy weaponry was more needed on the battlefield in Ukraine.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
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The newest data fits a trend, alongside news that Chicago once again has the country’s busiest airfield and is a top tourist destination, disproving the narrative that the city is shrinking, said Erin Connelly, communication director for Mayor Brandon Johnson.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The compound is located on 39 square miles at the Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport, an airfield with a single 10,500-foot runway in Ochopee, Florida, in Collier County, USA TODAY reported.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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Another 5 million Singapore dollars will be set aside under a separate fund to help tourism businesses expand into new markets and reduce the financial risks of expansion, Fu said.—
Sydney Goh,
CNBC,
11 May 2026
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The playoff expanded from four to 12 teams in 2024, and after decision makers failed to reach an expansion agreement, the CFP will use the same model for the 2026 season.—
Maura Carey,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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As the United States has escalated its attacks on Iran, there’s something pleasingly transgressive about bringing Iranian elements into such overtly Western music—so much so that the songs without Yaghmai’s playing seem a little subdued in comparison.—
Molly Mary O’Brien,
Pitchfork,
15 May 2026
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This one way attack drone is aimed at delivering affordable mass capabilities and is engineered for adaptability, and autonomous operations.—
Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
15 May 2026
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Trump administration officials also want to work toward establishing a Board of Trade with China to address commercial differences between the countries.—
Will Weissert,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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If the divorce paperwork does not address the loan, or if your former spouse cannot qualify to refinance, talk with your family law attorney about your options.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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“Field.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/field. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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