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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
Sam Bodrojan, IndieWire, 7 Sep. 2025
The public sector became our safe harbor when private companies wouldn’t give us a fair shot.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 7 Sep. 2025
Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Trump is harboring an obvious political grudge against Bolton, one that started with revoking his security clearance and Secret Service detail immediately after taking office (even though credible threats against Bolton's life have been publicly reported).
—Isaac Saul, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Now, the vessel has magically reappeared at the rundown harbor.
—Sam Bodrojan, IndieWire, 7 Sep. 2025
The public sector became our safe harbor when private companies wouldn’t give us a fair shot.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
Located on the opposite end of Fakarava’s lagoon, this pass harbors a mile-wide underwater garden of coral, reef fish and (still plenty of) reef sharks.
—Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Trump is harboring an obvious political grudge against Bolton, one that started with revoking his security clearance and Secret Service detail immediately after taking office (even though credible threats against Bolton's life have been publicly reported).
—Isaac Saul, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harbor
Noun
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Along the Norwegian coast, the daily departures of Hurtigruten and Havila Voyages function as working coastal ferries, carrying mail, cars, and locals between small ports from Bergen to Kirkenes.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The port secured the first batch of 18 this year, while the second batch is expected to be delivered by mid-2027.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Sep. 2025
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Legendary actor Marlon Brando bought this French Polynesia refuge in the 1960s—after filming Mutiny on the Bounty nearby—and his estate has transformed it into an eco-luxe private island paradise.—
Jennifer Kester,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Charlotte had been her refuge from the violence abroad, but now Zarutska lost her life there.—
Elizabeth Wolfe,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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Kaivan Shroff, a 2024 delegate for Harris, said the former vice president has the right to tell the story of her campaign, as does Biden, who has conducted a few interviews and speeches since leaving office.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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Kirk, a prominent voice in culture wars on college campuses, hosts a daily radio show and podcast, The Charlie Kirk Show, which ranks among the top 10 on Apple News’ list of top podcasts and has a strong Gen Z fan base.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The best-selling fall and winter candles are made of a new wax blend that’s housed in the brand’s signature large jars with fresh packaging.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
10 Sep. 2025
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Another model was stationed next to the wardrobe, which housed 2D paper doll cutout clothing.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Mushtaha Tower was located in the west of the city, near several large tent encampments where Palestinian civilians are sheltering.—
Morgan Winsor,
ABC News,
5 Sep. 2025
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Ceramides and 5% capixyl are the finishing touches for boosting overall hair anchorage at the follicle.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 Aug. 2025
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At 8,614 feet, the Mackinac Bridge is still the longest suspension bridge between anchorages in the Western Hemisphere.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Play around with burgundy, pink, blue, black, browns, and whites to create a bedding sanctuary that’s all yours.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
11 Sep. 2025
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The triangular chain of reefs and rocks is coveted for its strategic location, bountiful fish stocks, and role as a sanctuary for boats during storms.—
Nectar Gan,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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Republicans hold a strong majority in both chambers of the General Assembly, holding 29 out of 35 seats in the Senate and 81 of 100 seats in the House.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Sep. 2025
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Ellison held second place prior to earnings release Ellison’s rise comes a day after Forbes released its list of the world’s richest people.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Harbor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harbor. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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