Thesaurus results for ASYLUM

asylum

noun

ə-ˈsī-ləm

Definition of asylum

as in refuge

something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger the embassy serves as an asylum for that country's nationals in need of help

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Recent Examples of asylum The asylum seeker from Peru had also been arrested on suspicion of domestic violence in the city of Wyoming. — Melissa Sanchez, ProPublica, 14 Oct. 2026 That means better technology, better resources, stronger action against cartels and human traffickers, and an asylum system that is fair but has the protections so it can not be exploited. — Wcco Staff, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026 Ozurumba filed for asylum, withholding of removal and protection under the Convention Against Torture, citing fear of returning to his home country. — Sophie Brams, The Hill, 13 Oct. 2026 Homosexuality is regularly cited as an asylum claim for Moroccans attempting to flee. — ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for asylum

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This secluded outdoor oasis connects seamlessly to multiple entertaining decks, offering a quiet, woodsy refuge and the exact same solitude Reckell sought decades ago.

— Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2026
The second half was delayed for 20 minutes due to a siren going off in the area alerting them to a possible attack — none materialised — with players and staff having to take refuge in the stadium’s shelter.

— Simon Johnson, New York Times, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of refuge

Noun

Another idea is to create a brush pile shelter in your yard to help native wildlife, including pollinators, according to LoRusso.

— Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026
Decker said people who are homeless can feel hesitation to come into shelter, but Open Doors has built a rapport in the neighborhood and would want to stay.

— Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of shelter

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Sylge, who has spent the last 30 years attending and organizing health and wellness retreats around the world, developed this exercise to help people reclaim their time.

— Margaret Cirino, NPR, 23 Oct. 2026
Even if oil prices retreat, fares are unlikely to return to pre conflict levels.

— , CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026

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