“Leas” or “Lees”—Which to use?

“Leas” or “Lees”

Overview

leas / lees are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

leas: (noun) a unit of length of thread or yarn.

lees: (noun) the sediment from fermentation of an alcoholic beverage.

Pronunciation

leas: l·IY·z

lees: l·IY·z

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Examples in Context

Examples of “leas”

…on the iTunes Australia Country Chart
…able to advance to the sing-offs.

Examples of “lees”

…wrapped in blankets against the cold.
…Kill a Mockingbird as an influence.
…intimidated by local white supremacist elements.
…Confederate General Robert E. Lee's army
…at the Siege of Fort Watson.
…the wrestlers the duo was training.
…suspension and injury of Tom Lees and Darren O'Dea and helped…
…OGNs, the imprint is effectively defunct.
…Droylsden, Failsworth, Horwich, Irlam, Kearsley, Lees, Littleborough, Little Lever, Milnrow, Royton,…
…town and demand Carl Lee's acquittal.

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