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lessee

[le-see] / lɛˈsi /
NOUN
holder of lease
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Jefferies doesn’t expect the government to reinstate the tax, citing last year’s Oilfields Development Bill, which stipulates that petroleum lease terms should remain stable and not be altered to the disadvantage of the lessee.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

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

Sloman, the lessee, gives a little supper on the stage after the show—he'll be annoyed if I don't stay.

From The King of Schnorrers Grotesques and Fantasies by Zangwill, Israel