refuge
Example Sentences
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Scientists believe these early cephalopods found refuge in small, oxygen-rich pockets of the deep ocean.
From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026
During the civil war in Syria, almost a million Syrians sought refuge in Germany.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
The move out of software reflects a growing belief from investors that in the era of AI disruption, physical assets offer refuge.
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
I hope his story can be remembered not because of its tragedy, but because it demanded a future where people deserving refuge are not thrown into peril.
From Slate • Mar. 19, 2026
They all loved it, for it was a family refuge, and one corner had always been Jo’s favorite lounging place.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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