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as in refuge
something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger
the marshland has been set aside as a sanctuary for shorebirds along that section of the coast
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Recent Examples of sanctuary
The sanctuary provides over 100,000 pounds of food a week at its peak.
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Sarah Matusek, Christian Science Monitor, 4 Apr. 2025
The relaxed nature of third places provides a sanctuary where people can be their authentic selves without fear of judgment or expectations.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Despite Mitchell's protests, the news of the seizure for celebration for Big Cat Rescue, the former sanctuary for large cats founded by Carole Baskin that now focuses its time and funds on conservation efforts.
—Chris Spargo, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Most people educated in England will remember school trips to Roman villas and nature sanctuaries.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
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Sarah Matusek, Christian Science Monitor, 4 Apr. 2025
The relaxed nature of third places provides a sanctuary where people can be their authentic selves without fear of judgment or expectations.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Despite Mitchell's protests, the news of the seizure for celebration for Big Cat Rescue, the former sanctuary for large cats founded by Carole Baskin that now focuses its time and funds on conservation efforts.
—Chris Spargo, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Most people educated in England will remember school trips to Roman villas and nature sanctuaries.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sanctuary
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Fahad Shah In Srinagar city, Jammu and Kashmir’s summer capital, papier-mâché art adorns the walls and ceilings of everything from Sufi shrines and mosques to homes and hotels.—
Fahad Shah,
Christian Science Monitor,
2 Apr. 2025
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The mountain is dotted with age-old shrines and temples, along with miles of hiking trails, and hanami parks.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Mar. 2025
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Historically, during periods of market turbulence and economic uncertainty, investors typically seek refuge in safe-haven assets—with U.S. Treasury bonds and the dollar being the traditional gold standards of security.—
Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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The first drop pays homage to Jackson, Wyo., where Season 2 begins, after the two main characters found temporary refuge there in Season 1.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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In early February, Amira Abdallah left her shelter in the Abu Shouk displacement camp in Darfur, Sudan, carrying an old stainless steel bowl.—
Violet Ikong,
Christian Science Monitor,
14 Apr. 2025
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This year San Jose plans to open another 1,000 interim housing and shelter options.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2025
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At the same time, separate wings or private suites offer peaceful retreats.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2025
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For this latest reinvention into a 44-room retreat, interior decorator and antique dealer Marie-Christine Mecoen paid tribute to the château’s former owners (which include a Scottish lord and wealthy French silk merchants) with subtle touches.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Sanctuary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sanctuary. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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