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lessee

[le-see] / lɛˈsi /
NOUN
holder of lease
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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

“The lessee made these changes, which is allowed and we support because they enhance salmon protection along the Ballard Locks.”

From Seattle Times • Aug. 26, 2022

“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

It means reasonable royalty and fairness and protection to the lessee, to enable him to compete under prescribed conditions favorable and just alike to all parties.

From Proceedings of the Second National Conservation Congress at Saint Paul, September 5-8, 1910 by United States. National Conservation Congress