2
: a place of safety : refuge
3
: a place offering favorable opportunities or conditions
a haven for artists
haven
transitive verb
Examples of haven in a Sentence
The shelter offers a haven from abusive spouses.
The inn is a haven for weary travelers.
This national park provides a safe haven for wildlife.
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Bequia boasts a vibe that’s distinctly its own—equal parts tranquil haven and lively retreat, offering visitors the perfect balance of peaceful seclusion and engaging experiences.
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Melissa Noel, Essence, 15 Jan. 2025
With this deal in place, my National Security team, through the efforts of Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, will continue to work closely with Israel and our Allies to make sure Gaza NEVER again becomes a terrorist safe haven.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
Top picks in the Carolinas: Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden (Belmont, NC): This indoor conservatory is a haven for plant lovers seeking a peaceful retreat.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
The venue was designed to be a haven for LGBTQIA+ individuals, many of whom were silently battling HIV in a country where being gay is now a crime.
—Jennifer Lotito, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Melissa Noel, Essence, 15 Jan. 2025
With this deal in place, my National Security team, through the efforts of Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, will continue to work closely with Israel and our Allies to make sure Gaza NEVER again becomes a terrorist safe haven.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
Top picks in the Carolinas: Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden (Belmont, NC): This indoor conservatory is a haven for plant lovers seeking a peaceful retreat.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
The venue was designed to be a haven for LGBTQIA+ individuals, many of whom were silently battling HIV in a country where being gay is now a crime.
—Jennifer Lotito, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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“Haven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/haven. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.
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