occupancy
noun
the act, state, or condition of being or becoming a tenant or of living in or taking up quarters or space in or on something.
occupancies
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pluralof occupancy.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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“But we’re running pretty weak occupancies right now,” he added.
From Barron's ● Mar. 13, 2026
She said much of the available accommodation is in "houses of multiple occupancies with shared amenities", but "this position is reflected nationally".
From BBC ● Jun. 13, 2025
Lane, of AirDNA, said that as occupancies dip, hosts will probably have to compete more for guests.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 14, 2022
Spaces with occupancies of less than 500 would be required to cut those attendance levels by 50 percent.
From New York Times ● Mar. 12, 2020
Though their final settlement must, of course, be deferred until the coming of peace, some regard will have to be paid, after all, to actual occupancies and accomplished facts.
From Italy at War and the Allies in the West by E. Alexander (Edward Alexander) Powell
