shelter

Example Sentences

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A shelter in place order was issued for residents in the immediate area of South El Monte around 4:40 p.m. and then expanded to include more nearby streets and part of Baldwin Hills.

From Los Angeles Times

The nonprofit that saved my dog from an overcrowded shelter in South Korea receives free food from JustFoodForDogs and gives a month’s worth to every new adopter.

From The Wall Street Journal

Dexter went from sheltered son of a doctor to brooding child hipster who left home early to tour with big bands.

From Los Angeles Times

Extreme weather conditions are causing severe disruptions to logistics operations across Europe, with cargo vessels sheltering and terminals forced to halt or scale down activity, Maersk said on Wednesday.

From The Wall Street Journal

Solorzano is loath to talk about her time away, saying she does not like to call it hiding but rather "shelter."

From Barron's