on the premises

phrase

: inside a building or on the area of land that it is on

The hotel has a restaurant on the premises.

No smoking is allowed on the premises.

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However, Brookfield disputed the claim and said no compensation is currently owed to BHV, and that any compensation was conditional on the premises being returned in the required condition. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2026 There are only four parking spots on the premises, so reserve yours in advance to guarantee your space. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2026 Also on the premises are a striking one-bedroom cabin clad entirely in redwood, an outdoor movie pavilion, and sweeping mountain and city lights views from every vantage point. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 Penalties for minors convicted of buying alcohol at a bar or drinking it on the premises include a $250 fine and 24 to 32 hours of community service for a first offense, Shouse California Law Group said. — Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the premises

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