Pronunciation: /ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/
noun a condition of being safe or sheltered from pursuit, danger, or trouble
A1 During the storm, the family found refuge in a nearby shelter.
A2 The refugees sought refuge in the neighboring country to escape the war.
B1 The national park provides a refuge for many endangered species.
B2 The old church served as a place of refuge for those seeking solace.
C1 The luxurious resort offered a peaceful refuge from the hustle and bustle of city life.
C2 The artist's studio became a refuge where she could express her deepest emotions through her work.
verb not applicable
A1 During the storm, the family took refuge in the basement.
A2 The lost hiker sought refuge in a cave until help arrived.
B1 The refugees were given temporary shelter in a nearby school.
B2 The political dissident sought refuge in a foreign embassy.
C1 The artist found refuge in a remote mountain cabin to focus on their work.
C2 The journalist was granted refuge in a safe house after receiving death threats.
adjective not applicable
A1 The refugee family found a safe place to stay.
A2 She sought refuge in her friend's house after the storm.
B1 The organization provided refuge for those affected by the natural disaster.
B2 The remote cabin served as a refuge from the hustle and bustle of city life.
C1 The ancient monastery offered a peaceful refuge for spiritual retreats.
C2 The private island served as a luxurious refuge for the wealthy elite.
adverb not applicable
A1 She ran to the park for refuge from the rain.
A2 The lost dog found refuge under the porch.
B1 The hikers sought refuge in a cave during the storm.
B2 The refugees were grateful for the shelter provided by the aid organization.
C1 The artist found refuge in painting during difficult times.
C2 The novel provided a refuge from the chaos of everyday life.
pronoun not applicable
A1 I found refuge in my friend's house during the storm.
A2 The stray cat sought refuge under the porch.
B1 The refugees were grateful for the shelter provided by the aid organization.
B2 The endangered species found refuge in the protected national park.
C1 The artist's studio was a refuge from the chaos of the city.
C2 The library provided a quiet refuge for students to study.
preposition not applicable
A1 I found refuge in my friend's house during the storm.
A2 The lost hiker sought refuge in a cave until help arrived.
B1 The refugees were given shelter and food by the local community.
B2 The embassy provided refuge for citizens seeking safety during the political unrest.
C1 The artist found refuge in the peaceful countryside to focus on their work.
C2 The sanctuary offered refuge to endangered species, protecting them from extinction.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I went to the park for refuge from the hot sun.
A2 She sought refuge in her friend's house after a fight with her family.
B1 The refugees were provided with food, shelter, and medical assistance.
B2 The asylum seeker found refuge in a neighboring country.
C1 The political dissident sought refuge in a foreign embassy to avoid arrest.
C2 The endangered species found refuge in a protected wildlife reserve.
interjection not applicable
A1 Refuge! I finally found a safe place to hide.
A2 Refuge! The storm is coming, let's find shelter.
B1 Refuge! We need to seek protection from the danger outside.
B2 Refuge! The war has forced many people to flee their homes.
C1 Refuge! In times of crisis, it is important to provide sanctuary for those in need.
C2 Refuge! Asylum seekers are often in search of a place of refuge from persecution.
article not applicable
A1 She found refuge in her friend's house during the storm.
A2 The stray cat sought refuge under the porch to escape the rain.
B1 Many refugees have found refuge in this country after fleeing war-torn regions.
B2 The ancient monastery served as a refuge for travelers seeking shelter and spiritual solace.
C1 The remote island provided a secluded refuge for the famous writer to work on his next novel.
C2 The luxury resort offered a refuge of relaxation and pampering for the weary travelers.
formal The refugees sought refuge in the neighboring country.
informal We can take refuge at my friend's house for the weekend.
slang Let's crash at Jake's place for some refuge from our parents.
figurative Music has always been my refuge in times of trouble.
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