landlord

Example Sentences

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There is an asymmetry in market power between the landlord and the tenant.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Two days before Sarah North was about to move into her London Bridge flat, her would-be landlord told her his father had died and she would now have to find somewhere else to live.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

It was previously revealed that the Hollywood star turned athlete was issued notice by his landlord on Dec. 18, 2025, informing him that he had three days to either pay rent or vacate the premises.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

A near-record share of rental listings fall into this category of accidental landlord.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

Mr. Alsole, my landlord, has emerged from his apartment and is stalking toward me, his frown resembling a fish’s, his thin orange hair sticking out in every direction.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu