Definition of "Tenancy at will"

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Tenancy that may be terminated by one party- the tenant or the landlord- at any time. The agreement may be in writing or oral. For example, Jack has an oral agreement to use Christine's property. Christine may ask Jack to vacate the premise at any time; Jack may also vacate at any time.

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