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as in harbor
a part of a body of water protected and deep enough to be a place of safety for ships
this picturesque cove is one of the most popular havens on all of the cape for weekend yachtsmen
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as in refuge
something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger
the cross-country skiers hoped desperately to find a cave, as a haven from the blizzard
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Recent Examples of haven
Best Time to Visit The best time to visit Ambergris Caye is between December and April when pleasant, sunny days transform the island into the beachy haven that winter-weary visitors crave.
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Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2025
For over a century, Pappas has provided a haven for Massachusetts’ most vulnerable children and young adults despite some of the buildings on the 160-plus acre campus falling decrepit and not meeting today’s modern standards.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 1 Feb. 2025
Part of the Pac-12’s broad strategy over the past 18 months has been to position itself as a safe haven for Cal and Stanford in case the ACC imploded.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2025
However, sanctuary policies often provide a haven for gangs and other criminal elements, enabling them to commit crimes across our communities.
—John Fabbricatore, The Denver Post, 30 Jan. 2025
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Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2025
For over a century, Pappas has provided a haven for Massachusetts’ most vulnerable children and young adults despite some of the buildings on the 160-plus acre campus falling decrepit and not meeting today’s modern standards.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 1 Feb. 2025
Part of the Pac-12’s broad strategy over the past 18 months has been to position itself as a safe haven for Cal and Stanford in case the ACC imploded.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2025
However, sanctuary policies often provide a haven for gangs and other criminal elements, enabling them to commit crimes across our communities.
—John Fabbricatore, The Denver Post, 30 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for haven
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Some of her most memorable events have included a secret reception venue, a late-night yacht party in the harbor, an extravagant mountainside 12-course meal served alfresco under the stars, and a masquerade ball complete with stilt walkers and opera singers.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
13 Feb. 2025
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As of Thursday morning, the aircraft remained submerged in the harbor, with response teams actively assessing the scene, a Navy spokesperson said.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
13 Feb. 2025
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On Tuesday night, 356 people sought refuge in these shelters.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Eventually, Ben stumbled upon a small cave — presumably the very hideout where Javi sought refuge after the terrifying Doomcoming hunt.—
Michaela Zee,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2025
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Greek authorities have arranged additional flights to help people flee to the safety of the mainland, but evacuation efforts were complicated on Wednesday, with ferries not allowed to leave the ports due to high winds.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN,
7 Feb. 2025
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Plus, there are USB ports and air vents throughout.—
Scotty Reiss,
Parents,
6 Feb. 2025
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The retreat of Europe from some of its most fundamental values: values shared with the United States of America.—
Zachary Basu,
Axios,
15 Feb. 2025
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The Red Sox carried a top-five payroll from 2004 to ’20, but in recent years went into retreat.—
Ken Rosenthal,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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Throughout this Wild Isles cruise with St. Hilda Sea Adventures, the anchorages are in secluded sea lochs.—
Everett Potter,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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The waters of Security Bay, our overnight anchorage, were oily-calm and full of sea otters.—
Kevin West,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Jan. 2025
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In Denver, where temperatures are expected to dip as low as 14 degrees (minus 10 degrees Celsius) over the weekend, the city has extended its cold weather shelters for those living on the streets.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Feb. 2025
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At least two places to find shelter, like a rock pile, dense shrubs, brush, or a log pile.—
Bridget Fogarty,
Journal Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2025
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Complications ensue, but the upshot is that father and daughter decide to help the geese migrate to a sanctuary in North Carolina.—
Nick Paumgarten,
The New Yorker,
10 Feb. 2025
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The movement, which has roots in the medieval tradition of churches providing sanctuary for those fleeing persecution, was aimed at providing a safe haven for Central Americans running from political repression and violence in their home countries.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Haven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/haven. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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