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The phrase "as a testing grounds" is not correct in standard English; it should be "as a testing ground." You can use it when referring to a place or situation where something is tested or experimented with.
Example: "The new software was implemented in the lab as a testing ground for its effectiveness before the full rollout."
Alternatives: "as a testing site" or "as an experimental area."
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It could also be used as a practice tool for budding curators, who can use the virtual environment as a testing grounds for trying out and exploring different ideas (you can finally throw those old cardboard dioramas away!).
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