The investigators searched the large debris field for clues.
debris field
idiomAny area, non-dependent of locale, space, or contour, that contains the debris of wreckage, impact, sinking, or other material that once constituted a complete object. Debris fields can be found at the site of air crashes, water vessel sinking, explosions of buildings, collapses, and other events that render a whole entity into components, pieces, or other non-whole items.
After the satellite exploded in orbit, tracking the resulting debris field became a priority for the space agency.
Divers carefully mapped the vast debris field on the ocean floor to understand how the historic vessel broke apart during its final descent.
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cede the field
To withdraw from any confrontational or potentially confrontational situation; to avoid participating in a competition or contest.
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center field
A central role in some activity that requires speed.
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field day
A great time or a great deal to do; a period of bustling activity.
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leave it all on the field
Used to remind players not to dwell on minor mistakes, issues or conflicts that happened during the course of play.
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open field
A situation with no obstacles or limitations; a clear opportunity to act freely or without significant competition.
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play the field
To have numerous romantic partners, without or before committing exclusively to one.
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potter's field
A public place where strangers, paupers, and criminals are buried.
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reality distortion field
The persuasive ability of a leader or entrepreneur, especially in misleading or convincing others in order to promote a product or service.