sheltered
Example Sentences
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Many people sheltered in a nearby gymnasium for safety.
From Barron's ● Aug. 30, 2026
A one-star hotel sheltered an entire bike race.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 26, 2026
This year, its 638 beds became part of a jigsaw puzzle of new beds and vacancies that added up to Skid Row’s increase of 614 sheltered residents.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
She and Faraj then sheltered inside the building, which was destroyed by a third strike at about 16:25.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
I shaded my eyes and looked across the valley to see the cliffs in the distance and the tree that sheltered Patrick’s Well.
From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff
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