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as in to hire
to take or get the temporary use of (something) for a set sum
I couldn't afford to buy a car outright, so I decided to lease one instead
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Recent Examples of lease
Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
In December, Maher Terminals extended its lease with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey for 33 years through September 2063, seemingly spiking the interest from multiple parties.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 10 Feb. 2026
The Batmasians founded Investments Limited, a real estate firm that owns, develops, operates and leases various properties.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 10 Feb. 2026
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Noun
In turn, Another Planet received a long-term lease to operate the theater.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
In December, Maher Terminals extended its lease with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey for 33 years through September 2063, seemingly spiking the interest from multiple parties.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
The team already sold out its eight Pitchside Lounges and has leased roughly half of its more traditional suites.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 10 Feb. 2026
The Batmasians founded Investments Limited, a real estate firm that owns, develops, operates and leases various properties.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lease
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This research marks the first time scientists have identified the specific amino acids — arginine and tyrosine — that act as molecular glue, giving spider silk its legendary properties.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Like anything physical, a star’s physical properties are primarily determined by its composition.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The license requires an applicant to register the owner’s name or the name of a local representative, physical address, phone number, email address, information on safety equipment, and a description of the property being rented.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Feb. 2026
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Rentals There are several shops in town that visitors can rent from, including AJ's Ski & Sports and Pinnacle.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2026
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David Plotz, the CEO of City Cast, told Semafor in a phone call that the local podcast network was expanding its coverage of Washington as a direct result of the Post’s pullback, and would be immediately hiring four multi-platform journalists.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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One Florida resident reportedly hired a local mover without bothering to determine if the company was licensed, only to run into a boatload of trouble.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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These proposals are backed and bankrolled by out-of-state interests, including New York hedge funds, seeking to fundamentally remake vast tracts of Florida without playing by local rules or paying the full costs of growth.—
Sean Parks,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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Can drinking a cup of steaming hot water improve your digestion and keep things moving along in your gastrointestinal (GI) tract?—
Julia Ries Wexler,
Outside,
4 Feb. 2026
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Additionally, author Preston Fassel has been named CCO, creative director and head of development.—
William Earl,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
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The new details mark a significant development in this case.—
Liz Kreutz,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Lease.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lease. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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