shelter

Example Sentences

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Dogs at the Chesterfield Square animal shelter have been kept inside their kennels for three weeks due to a giardia outbreak.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

She called on authorities "to make at least one inclusive shelter in each district".

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

"But surely we could have done something far more sensibly costed for bat shelter."

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

This brief warmth may give snow flies enough time to find shelter and avoid freezing when temperatures suddenly drop.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

He leaned in the opening of the shelter and put Moose’s leash, which had been dangling on the ground, in Abby’s hand.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret