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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
As the home to the Whiskey Society of Central Virginia, The Whiskey Jar is a haven for whiskey enthusiasts, offering opportunities to sample rare whiskeys and join gatherings with fellow whiskey aficionados.
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Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025
During the 1930s, the Palisades was also a haven for intellectual refugees from Europe, including novelist Thomas Mann (whose famous home was saved), Austrian writer Vicki Baum, and the authors Marta and Lion Feuchtwanger whose home Villa Aurora became a salon and is now a center for artists.
—Hadley Hall Meares, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
The southern city of Rafah was supposed to be a safe haven for hundreds of thousands of Palestinians who the IDF had forced from their homes in the north at the start of the war.
—Brett Murphy, ProPublica, 15 Jan. 2025
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.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 15 Jan. 2025
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Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025
During the 1930s, the Palisades was also a haven for intellectual refugees from Europe, including novelist Thomas Mann (whose famous home was saved), Austrian writer Vicki Baum, and the authors Marta and Lion Feuchtwanger whose home Villa Aurora became a salon and is now a center for artists.
—Hadley Hall Meares, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
The southern city of Rafah was supposed to be a safe haven for hundreds of thousands of Palestinians who the IDF had forced from their homes in the north at the start of the war.
—Brett Murphy, ProPublica, 15 Jan. 2025
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.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for haven
Noun
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Lifeguards found the man and the boy in the water, brought them to a harbor patrol vessel and gave them aid.—
Jason Green,
The Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2025
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The pardon highlighted the immense suspicion Biden harbors against Trump.—
Amie Parnes,
The Hill,
20 Jan. 2025
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While the majority of them ended up settling down in other Latin American countries, such as Colombia and Brazil, about 800,000 have sought refuge in the U.S..—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
2 Feb. 2025
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Thomas Mann, Bertolt Brecht, Fritz Lang and Arnold Schoenberg were among the residents who found refuge here.—
Peter Kiefer,
The Hollywood Reporter,
31 Jan. 2025
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For example, take Jerry’s example of getting his materials from the plant to the port.—
Joe Hudicka,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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To get around opposition to new ports, Republicans during Trump’s first term considered but never acted on a plan to use West Coast military bases or other federal properties as fossil fuel export sites.—
Matthew Brown,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Jan. 2025
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The retreat pop-ups include a wellness workshop led by Highland Project mindfulness practitioners, as well as opportunities for attendees to foster true connections with one another.—
Jasmine Browley,
Essence,
4 Feb. 2025
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By embracing strategies such as mindfulness, wellness retreats and supportive networks, leaders can build resilience and lead with purpose.—
Sonia Singh,
Rolling Stone,
3 Feb. 2025
Noun
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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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According to last year’s results, the majority of unhoused people in Lake County were staying in motel shelters or transitional housing, but 75 were sleeping outside – more than double the 30 reported the year before.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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Details about the shelter’s adoption process can be found at humanesocietyofpinellas.org.—
Simone Jasper,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Choir of San Diego, also known as the MLK Choir, will perform a free concert at 3 p.m. in the church’s sanctuary.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Jan. 2025
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Two capys now housed at a sanctuary in Indiana called the Pipsqueakery had to have their toes removed after being left in the snow at their former home.—
Gary Shteyngart,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Haven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/haven. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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