take sanctuary

Frequency: 6.810.2 per million words

To use a place for safety and protection.

sanctuaryVERB + SANCTUARY (safety/protection)

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Examples (10)

  • In former times, criminals could take sanctuary inside a church.
  • Refugees often take sanctuary in neighboring countries.
  • During the storm, we had to take sanctuary in the old barn.
  • She decided to take sanctuary in her grandmother's quiet home.
  • Many persecuted individuals take sanctuary at the embassy.
  • The deer would take sanctuary deep within the forest from hunters.
  • He hoped to take sanctuary there until the political unrest subsided.
  • After the incident, she needed to take sanctuary from the media.
  • The artist found a remote cabin where he could take sanctuary and work in peace.
  • If the situation worsens, they might take sanctuary in a designated safe zone.