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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
Tidy Up Your Yard Cleaning up your yard does more than beautify it; similarly to tall grass, any areas where there is excessive brush or overgrowth can create a haven for ticks to find.
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Heather Bien,
The Spruce,
23 June 2026
Houston has long been a haven for professional teams, with the Astros in MLB, the Texans in the NFL after the Oilers moved out of town, the Rockets in the NBA, the Dynamo in MLS and the Dash in the NWSL.
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Justin Birnbaum,
Sportico.com,
23 June 2026
Lots of recreation areas and a high ratio of doctors' offices to people make this place a haven for retirees.
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Valerie Fraser Luesse,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
This myth, among others, such as California’s economic dominance and its reputation as a peaceful liberal haven, Didion sought to problematize in her writing.
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Zinzi Clemmons,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Heather Bien,
The Spruce,
23 June 2026
Houston has long been a haven for professional teams, with the Astros in MLB, the Texans in the NFL after the Oilers moved out of town, the Rockets in the NBA, the Dynamo in MLS and the Dash in the NWSL.
—
Justin Birnbaum,
Sportico.com,
23 June 2026
Lots of recreation areas and a high ratio of doctors' offices to people make this place a haven for retirees.
—
Valerie Fraser Luesse,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
This myth, among others, such as California’s economic dominance and its reputation as a peaceful liberal haven, Didion sought to problematize in her writing.
—
Zinzi Clemmons,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for haven
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Turning Atkins's Legal Tools Into Financial Modeling Material At the Texas A&M Corporate Law Symposium, Chair Atkins floated innovative litigation safe harbors to break the disclosure gridlock.
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The completion of the harbor project follows a year in which cargo volumes tumbled due to ongoing trade uncertainty.
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The tree is said to have sheltered Robin Hood, the legendary 13th-century bandit who stole from the rich and gave to the poor and took refuge in the forest when being pursued by the sheriff of Nottingham.
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But Germany, too, denied his request for refuge.
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The port city of Sevastopol was historically home to the headquarters for Russia’s Black Sea Fleet.
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At the federal level, there have been efforts to mitigate the crisis including improving fentanyl detection at ports and borders.
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In the 97th minute, chasing an equaliser from a corner kick, Scotland hit the first man, botched the clean-up job and found themselves on the retreat.
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Originally built as a summer home and later serving as a retreat house and seminary for the Missionaries of La Salette, the property opened as a resort in 1986.
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Ferretti Group Yachts from all of the Ferretti Group brands were represented in Borgo Santandrea’s anchorage.
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One of the VLCCs openly signaled its location in one of the anchorages in the Gulf of Oman a few days ago.
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As agencies continue to assess the damage, the immediate needs include search and rescue, emergency shelter for families whose homes have been damaged or destroyed, and emergency healthcare, including trauma care and psychosocial support, the Red Cross said.
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For the price of one night in a hotel, this $250 pop-up shelter gives you endless nights of cozy glamping.
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The islands are wildlife sanctuaries.
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The sanctuary, located near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, cares for a colony of African vervet monkeys descended from animals linked to a roadside zoo and research facility that operated decades ago.
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“Haven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/haven. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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