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as in port
a part of a body of water protected and deep enough to be a place of safety for ships
the tanker stayed in Boston harbor three days to undergo repairs
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as in refuge
something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger
seeking a harbor from the drenching rain, we unfortunately chose a bank where a robbery was taking place
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as in to have
to keep in one's mind or heart
he had long harbored a grudge against his old employer, who had high-handedly fired him without cause
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as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
the woods in our suburb harbor deer, foxes, raccoons, and skunks
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Recent Examples of harbor
David Chiu, People.com, 1 July 2025
Thirty years after its discovery, pieces of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, which stood watch long ago in the harbors of ancient Egypt, are being pulled from the depths of the Mediterranean.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 1 July 2025
Ilan Berman, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 July 2025
Officials also ordered the store to seal any holes where mice could harbor.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
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Noun
The ship’s backward speed increased from 3.3 knots to 5.1 knots between 8:23 and 8:24, p.m., which prompted the harbor pilot to call for tugboat assistance.
—David Chiu, People.com, 1 July 2025
Thirty years after its discovery, pieces of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, which stood watch long ago in the harbors of ancient Egypt, are being pulled from the depths of the Mediterranean.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 1 July 2025
Verb
The same logic undoubtedly also holds true for the PRC, which harbors clear—and growing—desires over Taiwan.
—Ilan Berman, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 July 2025
Officials also ordered the store to seal any holes where mice could harbor.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harbor
Noun
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With no detachable parts, the risk of connectivity issues or loose ports is reduced.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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What To Know The reopenings span three months, with five ports gradually resuming operations.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
Noun
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It’s designed to be a small refuge, a safe place with no strings attached in hopes of gaining trust and offering options.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 July 2025
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Before the 1950s, the places where Houston’s fledgling LGBTQ+ community found refuge were scattered.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
7 July 2025
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Vientos was in the lineup Friday hitting fifth against right-hander Michael Wacha, who has neutral splits against righties and lefties.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
12 July 2025
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Before the death at the house, Snow Angels had nearly no citations or issues with the state Department of Social Services, according to the business’ licensing file reviewed by the Union-Tribune.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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It’s ethically made with organic oils and housed in paper, plastic-free packaging.—
Kristen Philipkoski,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The facility, assembled on a remote airstrip about 50 miles west of Miami, could house 5,000 detainees.—
Danielle Wallace , Bill Melugin,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
Verb
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
10 July 2025
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Most of the victims were internally displaced people sheltering at a nearby Catholic mission, many of them women and children.—
Chicago Tribune,
Twin Cities,
10 July 2025
Noun
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According to the Chattogram Port Authority, 10 container vessels are were berthed at the port’s jetties as of Monday morning, while 19 more ships are waiting at the outer anchorage.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
30 June 2025
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As this is the mid-Atlantic’s yachting capital, and an anchorage for caravels, clippers and seaplanes, the spirit of nautical bonhomie is pervasive.—
Jennifer Leigh Parker,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Thanks to these efforts, species like the kakapo and tuatara have been reintroduced to predator-free sanctuaries.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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The plan is to expand the old sanctuary, creating an additional floor that will house a new youth center, according to a church newsletter.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
4 July 2025
Verb
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The Mariners hold a 5 1/2-game game over the Royals in the AL Wild Card standings.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2025
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Republicans, who hold a 53-47 majority, face united Democratic opposition − and the defection of at least two of their own members.—
Olivia Munson,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
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“Harbor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harbor. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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