playing field

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During Trump’s first China visit in 2017, the U.S. goal was to push more aggressively for market share in China to create a more level playing field, according to 22V Research’s Michael Hirson.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

They are, er, not wholly convinced that there's a level playing field when the east coast is threatening to usurp a giant from the west.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Enthusiasts say the technology is helping to attract younger anglers to the sport and to level the playing field in fishing competitions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

Proponents say the change would level the playing field between hotels and their online travel company counterparts.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

‘We’ve only got a couple of minutes now. When we pass through the arch, I can at least manipulate the playing field to our advantage.’

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan