fair competition

noun
UK /feə ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃən/
US /fer ˌkɑːmpəˈtɪʃən/

A game or contest where everyone follows the same rules and nobody cheats.

The teacher made sure there was fair competition in the spelling bee.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A business situation where companies treat each other honestly and follow the law.

Fair competition helps small shops and big stores alike.

3. A race or game where no one has an unfair advantage.

Using the same starting line keeps the race a fair competition.

4. Treating all players the same way so everyone has a chance to win.

Sharing the ball makes the game a fair competition for both teams.