take shelter

Example Sentences

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Investors nervous about geopolitical risk might also take shelter in healthcare.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

All those around Sharif are fleeing, but he refuses to leave his home, although he eventually sends the rest of the family to take shelter in nearby Nablus.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2026

"We are still asking people in the area to take shelter until we can determine what is happening," police said on social media shortly after 7pm.

From Barron's • Dec. 22, 2025

A number of country delegations were forced to take shelter outside under the roof of a petrol station, a member of the UK delegation told the BBC.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025

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