lessee

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The 10-year leases may be extended “if the lessee establishes production or provides proof of diligent exploration,” the BLM said.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2025

“This is a site we were aware of, this is a lessee we were aware of,” he said.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 12, 2023

“We must be consistent in how we apply lease terms to ensure that no lessee receives special treatment.”

From Washington Post • Jan. 26, 2022

They have rented out the space but have not revealed the lessee.

From New York Times • Jan. 11, 2022

Underlease, un′dėr-lēs, n. a lease granted by a lessee for a shorter period than that covered by his own lease.

From Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 4 of 4: S-Z and supplements) by Various