take shelter
Example Sentences
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He also warned Ukraine’s population of imminent Russian strikes and urged people to take shelter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
Inmates take shelter at the buzz of drones sweeping overhead.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 23, 2026
"I'd rather get hit than take shelter in there," joked mayor Ghanayem, not dwelling on who was responsible for their upkeep.
From Barron's ● Mar. 14, 2026
A passenger at the airport told the BBC that travellers had been advised to move away from the glass windows and take shelter in more protected areas.
From BBC ● Mar. 11, 2026
The smell of Castleman’s Bakery tempted the Vanderbeekers when they passed by, and each Vanderbeeker felt noble as they resisted the desire to take shelter in the cozy store.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
