The force majeure clause of the parties' lease agreement contemplates either party's inability to perform its obligations under the lease due to "any cause whatsoever" beyond the party's control — other than financial hardship. This clause conclusively establishes a defense to plaintiff's claim that it is excused from performing under the lease by reason of the effect that the downturn in the economy has had on it (see Kel Kim Corp. v Central Mkts.,
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