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as in harbor
a part of a body of water protected and deep enough to be a place of safety for ships
this picturesque cove is one of the most popular havens on all of the cape for weekend yachtsmen
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as in refuge
something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger
the cross-country skiers hoped desperately to find a cave, as a haven from the blizzard
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Recent Examples of haven
The region experienced an influx of people traveling to South Florida during the 1920s, known as the Great Florida Land Boom, drawn by the endless possibilities of economic advancements, potential landownership and the charm of a beach haven.
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Dontaira Terrell, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
The top floor is arranged as a quiet luxury haven, with the latest arrivals from Phoebe Philo, Khaite, Carven, and Jil Sander mixing with local heroes like Uma Wang, Samuel Gui Yang, and Into The East.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
Gold slid below $4,000 an ounce, extending losses from the worst rout in over a decade as progress on a US-China trade deal sapped haven demand.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
Grisham would fit nicely in center field in Philadelphia, and Citizens Bank Park needs no introduction as a hitter's haven.
—Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025
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Dontaira Terrell, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
The top floor is arranged as a quiet luxury haven, with the latest arrivals from Phoebe Philo, Khaite, Carven, and Jil Sander mixing with local heroes like Uma Wang, Samuel Gui Yang, and Into The East.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
Gold slid below $4,000 an ounce, extending losses from the worst rout in over a decade as progress on a US-China trade deal sapped haven demand.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
Grisham would fit nicely in center field in Philadelphia, and Citizens Bank Park needs no introduction as a hitter's haven.
—Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for haven
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Other filming locations include the harbor town of Polperro in Cornwall, the historic Bishops Lydeard train station, and the Wessex Hotel in Street.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Nov. 2025
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Fasano Salvador's rooftop view overlooking the harbor is the best in the city.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Best Hotels & Resorts Pousada do Vale Just a short walk from Noronha’s historic center, Pousada do Vale is a lush, garden-like refuge with a lovely spa.—
Carla Vianna,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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The 1961 film marked Buñuel’s return to filmmaking in Spain, which was then well into Francisco Franco’s reign as dictator, after more than two decades of taking refuge in the United States and directing features in Mexico.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
5 Nov. 2025
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Chinese leader Xi Jinping attended the commissioning ceremony for the Fujian at a military port in Sanya on Hainan island earlier this week, China’s state broadcaster CCTV reported on Friday.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Brown said the store is in a small car port attached to the garage, and the produce is displayed on tables and in refrigerated cases.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Nov. 2025
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For waterfront views, indulgent dining, and slow afternoons at the spa, The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina is an excellent retreat.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Her work has been featured in retreats, leadership circles, and coaching programs, where she is celebrated for her emotional depth and ability to catalyze radical transformation.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Around 60 percent of imports at Chattogram Port are handled at its outer anchorage.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
15 Oct. 2025
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On April Fools’ Day in 1928, the Point Loma was towed out to an anchorage on the southern end of the Point Loma kelp beds.—
Eric DuVall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Sep. 2025
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If the sky becomes menacing and thunder becomes audible, seek out a safe place to seek shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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At its peak in the early 2000s, the sanctuary was home to 33 large cats, including lions, tigers, leopards and cheetahs, RNZ reported.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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Vallance said the company had spent millions of dollars on the sanctuary with no return.—
Jay Ganglani,
NBC news,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Haven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/haven. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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