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playing field

–noun
an expanse of level ground, as in a park or stadium, where athletic events are held.

Origin:
1575–85
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playing field  
n.  
  1. A field for games such as football and soccer.

  2. The conditions or circumstances in which competition takes place: a level playing field for all candidates.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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