take/find/seek refuge

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: to go to or into a place for shelter or protection from danger or trouble

We took refuge in a nearby barn during the storm.

We found refuge from the storm in a nearby barn.

They sought refuge in another country.

—often used figuratively

After the death of her husband, she took/sought/found refuge in her music.

Examples of take/find/seek refuge in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

If unable to reach a secure shelter, either crouch down in your car, covering your head, or abandon the vehicle and seek refuge in a low-lying area like a ditch or ravine. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 16 Mar. 2026

The high temperatures particularly threaten babies, young children and elderly residents; Mayor Karen Bass urges residents to seek refuge in city cooling centers at recreation facilities and libraries. — Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026

These species can find refuge in untreated corners, then spread again once eradication and prevention efforts let up. — Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026

Goitom was on the plane which returned to Eritrea’s capital Asmara following that match but 10 domestic players did not board, deciding instead to seek refuge in the closest Red Cross centre in Francistown, Botswana. — Nick Miller, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026