lessees

Definition of lesseesnext
plural of lessee
as in tenants
one who rents a room or apartment in another's house the lessee has the right to expect the lessor to make all necessary repairs in a timely manner

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Recent Examples of lessees Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez attempted to carve out exemptions for commercial restaurant lessees from the wage ordinance, citing a need to establish a distinction between hotel operators/owners and restaurants. City News Service, Daily News, 14 May 2026 The State Land Board closely monitors drought conditions and manages grazing on a case-by-case basis in coordination with lessees, spokeswoman Emily Barbo said in email. Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026 Under the program qualifying lessees who place an order for a Gravity by September 30 and lease between October 1 and December 31 will be eligible to receive a $7,500 Lucid Advantage Credit. Ed Garsten, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
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tenants
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  • If fees are not properly disclosed, tenants can not be evicted for failing to pay those charges.
    Kenny Choi, CBS News, 6 June 2026
  • While West 7th is mostly known as a nightclub and bar scene, new tenants like Dirdie Birdie, Top of the Morning Brunch House and the upcoming Partenope offer a different vibe.
    Ella Gonzales June 4, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2026

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“Lessees.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lessees. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.

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