level playing field

Example Sentences

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Mukulika Banerjee argues that politicians like Mamata thrived in what was once a "reasonably level playing field".

From BBC • May 5, 2026

I know the likelihood of not having the same opportunities as everyone else, and I want to make sure there’s a level playing field.

From Salon • Apr. 27, 2026

“Our commitment to a level playing field and safeguarding our home market remains absolute,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

There are also calls to overhaul rules related to special treatment of developing countries and achieving a level playing field for trade, as well as a push to restore the organisation's crippled dispute settlement system.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

This phrase, like level playing field, is getting overworked.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner