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as in proprietor
the owner of land or housing that is rented to another
agreed to pay the landlord the rent on the first Monday of each month
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Recent Examples of landlord
North Michigan Avenue remains in serious need of help, even as the section of Boul Mich near the riverwalk shows signs of renewal, with landlords snapping up commercial space at discount rates, like recently at Tribune Tower.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2025
Many of Cincinnati's migrants lived in unsanitary, overcrowded tenements that were badly neglected by landlords.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
April Riddle's landlord stood on her porch with an ultimatum: Pay $250 more in rent per month, or get out in 30 days.
—Molly Davis, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
In the 5-4 vote, both of the tenant representatives and the two landlord representatives voted against the 3 percent hike — though for vastly different, and predictable, reasons.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 1 July 2025
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2025
Many of Cincinnati's migrants lived in unsanitary, overcrowded tenements that were badly neglected by landlords.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
April Riddle's landlord stood on her porch with an ultimatum: Pay $250 more in rent per month, or get out in 30 days.
—Molly Davis, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
In the 5-4 vote, both of the tenant representatives and the two landlord representatives voted against the 3 percent hike — though for vastly different, and predictable, reasons.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for landlord
Noun
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The local ingredients are transformed into magical dishes by chef/proprietor Ubaldo Martínez whose open-kitchen uses rustic techniques such as firewood ovens and grills.—
Sherrie Nachman,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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This bill would have allowed independent contractors and sole proprietors to establish portable benefits accounts.—
David Santiago,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 June 2025
Noun
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Using off-lease cars is a big win, as nobody cares if a taxi is 3 years old, and so some lessor eats 40% or more of the depreciation on the vehicle.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Citi upgrades Air Lease to buy from neutral Citi said the air craft lessor is well positioned.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
20 May 2025
Noun
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Ron is a beefy man in his early forties, with thick glasses and a short dark beard, and has the ample appearance and jovial manner of an Elizabethan innkeeper.—
Robert Finch
June 18,
Literary Hub,
18 June 2025
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Although innkeepers tax numbers decreased, Wolverton said the organization is still on track for appropriations.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Prosecutors introduced the letter during a February preliminary hearing on the new charges.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
10 July 2025
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In a letter to security officials at the Minnesota Capitol, Fletcher raised concerns about information sharing between law enforcement and state leaders as a man suspected of shooting lawmakers while disguised as a police officer remained at large in the early morning hours of June 14.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
10 July 2025
Noun
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In most states prospective renters or buyers don't have a right to know how much flood insurance will cost.—
Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
12 July 2025
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Now, many of those rental units sit empty, awaiting renters.—
Molly Davis,
The Tennessean,
11 July 2025
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“Landlord.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/landlord. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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