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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
Miranda’s Rescue describes itself as a no-kill animal sanctuary where rescue organizations can transfer animals for adoption or lifelong care.
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Naomi Taxay,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
The state’s private waters are, in some ways, sanctuaries for the resource.
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Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
1 July 2026
Now safely in Sawan's bird sanctuary in Beirut, Feliks still needed to get back home, a task that became virtually impossible after the start of the war in Iran in February.
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ABC News,
30 June 2026
Meanwhile, Miele appliances accent the gourmet kitchen, and smart toilets turn each washroom into a tech-forward sanctuary.
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Kristin Braswell,
Architectural Digest,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for sanctuary
Naomi Taxay,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
The state’s private waters are, in some ways, sanctuaries for the resource.
—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
1 July 2026
Now safely in Sawan's bird sanctuary in Beirut, Feliks still needed to get back home, a task that became virtually impossible after the start of the war in Iran in February.
—
ABC News,
30 June 2026
Meanwhile, Miele appliances accent the gourmet kitchen, and smart toilets turn each washroom into a tech-forward sanctuary.
—
Kristin Braswell,
Architectural Digest,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for sanctuary
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sanctuary
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Hollywood nostalgia Inside the Geronimo Springs Museum in Truth or Consequences is a veritable shrine to Edwards, who died in 2005 at age 92.
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According to legend, this is where the Archangel Michael set out on his pilgrimage and the town originates in the cave that houses a shrine dedicated to him.
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The city has taken a slate of actions to help sweat-dripping denizens find refuge from the heat, including opening up additional cooling centers and expanding pool hours.
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Residents are welcome to use the center during the day for refuge and to connect with available resources.
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Place posters in the neighborhood, post on social media platforms such as Facebook and Nextdoor and check every nearby shelter for your pet.
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Humanitarian workers say the emotional toll is becoming increasingly visible inside temporary shelters.
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View gallery - 18 images US design firm Renée del Gaudio Architecture has completed a 2,100-sq-ft (195-sq-m) retreat in Allenspark, Colorado.
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The two-bed, two-bath main residence is indeed a retreat, with two separate studios for guests.
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“Sanctuary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sanctuary. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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