refuge (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/
Definition
A place or situation that offers protection, shelter, or safety from danger, trouble, or distress.
Examples
The small church offered refuge to those fleeing the war.
He found refuge from the storm in an abandoned cabin.
Many animals seek refuge in caves during harsh weather.
How to Use refuge
- seek refuge (collocation)
- To look for and find a safe place or situation. — "The refugees sought refuge in neighboring countries."
- offer refuge (collocation)
- To provide a safe place or situation for someone. — "The animal shelter offers refuge to stray dogs and cats."
- find refuge (collocation)
- To discover a safe place or situation. — "He found refuge in his music during difficult times."
- in refuge (prepositional phrase)
- In a state of safety or protection. — "The children were kept in refuge until the danger passed."
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