level the playing field

idiom

: to make a situation fair for everyone
revising the tax code to level the playing field for all companies

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TikTok’s algorithm often helps level the playing field, allowing up-and-coming creators and brands to reach millions without hefty advertising budgets. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 11 Dec. 2024 These assists can help level the playing field if an adult’s playing a child, for example, allowing the younger player to benefit from AI advice while the adult plays unaided. Barry Collins, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024 Countries spending big to cut carbon—namely in the European Union—wanted to level the playing field as some of their trading partners dragged their feet. Justin Worland/baku, TIME, 21 Nov. 2024 But opponents of the amendment contended that public funding helps level the playing field for candidates with limited financial support. Jim Turner, Sun Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for level the playing field 

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“Level the playing field.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/level%20the%20playing%20field. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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