place of refuge

noun phrase

: a safe place
Her bedroom was her place of refuge when her parents began arguing.

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Located along the Kona Coast on the Island of Hawaii, this seaside temple complex served as a place of refuge for civilians during times of war. — Joe Yogerst, CNN Money, 27 June 2026 As other states continue restricting this care, California must remain a place of refuge and stability. — Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 6 May 2026 Young adults experiencing homelessness in South Alameda County now have a new place of refuge to find shelter, support and services. — Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026 This central sweep of the shore has always been a place of refuge. — Erinne Magee, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for place of refuge

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“Place of refuge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/place%20of%20refuge. Accessed 14 Jul. 2026.

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