tenantry

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  1. tenancy
  2. occupation
  3. occupancy
Noun
  • Can the architecture support hybrid environments and multi-tenancy?
    — Brian Gruttadauria, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
  • The team implied — but didn’t state categorically — that the discussions centered on the team’s current tenancy at Soldier Field rather than possibilities for a new stadium in Chicago.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2026
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  • During the two decades of American occupation, Afghanistan experienced a sort of peace, one in which women could be educated, work as professionals, and even serve in the military.
    — Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • The study, covering 100 in-demand occupations, reveals that job satisfaction stems not from low stress, but a combination of strong compensation, meaningful work and supportive workplace cultures.
    — Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
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  • Soundstage occupancy has dropped from 90% in 2022 to 62% last year.
    — Noah Wyle, Deadline, 6 July 2026
  • Colorado nursing and assisted living facilities hold a total of about 46,000 beds, with a nursing home occupancy rate around 80%, according to industry data.
    — Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 5 July 2026
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“Tenantry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tenantry. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

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