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refuge

noun C1 Formal

Meaning

A refuge is a place or state of safety, shelter, or protection from danger, persecution, or hardship, often serving as a sanctuary for individuals or groups seeking asylum or relief from adverse conditions.
💡 While "refuge" commonly refers to physical places of safety, it can also denote emotional or psychological safe havens, thus broadening its application in various contexts.

Example Sentences

The company provided refuge for employees during the office renovation .
The embassy provided refuge to those fleeing political persecution .
The forest served as a refuge for endangered animal species .
The old cabin provided refuge during the sudden storm .

Common Phrases

seek refuge provide refuge find refuge

Synonyms

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