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refuge

[ref-yooj] / ˈrɛf yudʒ /


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The Malawians were "among a number of foreign nationals" who had "sought refuge in temporary camps" in Mossel Bay, according to a statement from Lilongwe.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Fearing the worst, Kendal flees with Rosie to London to accept refuge from Rico, Kendal’s old boss at Bon Temps.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The department did not immediately respond to a request Sunday for comment about where the eagles took up refuge.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

“I had to seek refuge, travel by ambulance across borders.”

From Salon • May 27, 2026

That’s another reason I take refuge in the attic.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank




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