plural oases
ō-ˈā-ˌsēz 
1
: a fertile or green area in an arid region (such as a desert)
The caravan stopped to rest at an oasis.
2
: something that provides refuge, relief, or pleasant contrast
The small park is a welcome oasis amid the city's many factories.
Examples of oasis in a Sentence
The small park is a welcome oasis amid the city's many factories.
Our brief trip to the beach was a much-needed oasis in a summer of hard work.
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In fielding the first question at the top of the conference, Laverty observed how the Cannes Film Festival is an oasis for peace in a turbulent world.
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Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 12 May 2026
Copenhagen’s botanical gardens are green oasis in the center of Denmark’s capital.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
In addition to transporting residents to a lush oasis, the terrace offers sweeping views of Central Park and the East River, with multiple seating spaces for lounging and dining.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
On the North Shore, an oasis of high-end retailers suffered a downward occupancy spiral at Northbrook Court.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
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Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 12 May 2026
Copenhagen’s botanical gardens are green oasis in the center of Denmark’s capital.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
In addition to transporting residents to a lush oasis, the terrace offers sweeping views of Central Park and the East River, with multiple seating spaces for lounging and dining.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
On the North Shore, an oasis of high-end retailers suffered a downward occupancy spiral at Northbrook Court.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for oasis
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“Oasis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oasis. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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