Thesaurus results for BOLT-HOLES

bolt-holes

noun

plural of bolt-hole, chiefly British

as in refuges

something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger her cottage in the Lake District served as her bolt-hole whenever the stresses of London became too great

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Recent Examples of bolt-holes But other bolt-holes stand out for giving the beds themselves extra attention, distinguishing them in some particularly charming or even surreal way (see beds carved out of literal ice). — Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026

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Noun

So despite these populations becoming fragmented – disconnected from others overall – the sinkholes appear to have played a role as natural refuges.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 July 2026
Expect rocky ridges and steep climbs, with mountain refuges along the route for meals and overnight stays.

— Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

Definition of refuges

Noun

When the fire approached on Saturday, the staff moved 27 patients to local hospitals and temporary shelters, said Bret Bower, a spokesperson for the center.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026
When temperatures soar, friends and neighbors share heat warnings, check on older adults or other community members who may need help, and coordinate community cooling shelters when formal systems are overwhelmed.

— Fiona Doherty, The Conversation, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of shelters

Noun

Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards recognized several standout properties, with Rancho La Puerta in Tecate, Mexico, earning the top spot among international wellness retreats for more than a decade.

— Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2026
Those of us who purchased resale homes are working with remodeling pros to make our homes into age-friendly retreats and social zones.

— Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of retreats

Noun

The government previously arranged for the possible transfer of hippos to overseas sanctuaries.

— CBS News, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
Beyond a better understanding of positive inter-species relationships among apes and monkeys, the researchers say further analysis could also benefit mixed animal facilities at wildlife sanctuaries and zoos.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 30 July 2026

Definition of sanctuaries

Noun

Administration officials say New York Democrats allow havens for immigrants who have been charged with or convicted of crimes.

— Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026
Solar farms can create pollinator havens by planting native wildflowers under and around panels to create rich feeding grounds for bees, butterflies and moths.

— Indrabati Lahiri, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

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