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as in refuge
something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger
used the cabin in the woods as a sanctum from the commotion and interference of his family
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Recent Examples of sanctum
In a world without God, the homies are a sanctum.
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Stephen Kearse, Vulture, 4 Feb. 2025
But the maestro was powerless to stifle a burst of gratitude and relief, a communal exhalation, prompted by music, that could only take place in the sanctum of a concert hall.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 16 Oct. 2024
And then there were the Satanists — who welcomed him into their sanctum without judgment.
—Alex Bhattacharji, Rolling Stone, 4 Aug. 2024
Tehran is taking its time to reveal how, yet again, its innermost sanctum was violated by Israel.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN, 31 July 2024
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Stephen Kearse, Vulture, 4 Feb. 2025
But the maestro was powerless to stifle a burst of gratitude and relief, a communal exhalation, prompted by music, that could only take place in the sanctum of a concert hall.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 16 Oct. 2024
And then there were the Satanists — who welcomed him into their sanctum without judgment.
—Alex Bhattacharji, Rolling Stone, 4 Aug. 2024
Tehran is taking its time to reveal how, yet again, its innermost sanctum was violated by Israel.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN, 31 July 2024
See All Example Sentences for sanctum
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sanctum
Noun
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The basilica also houses a shrine to modern Christian martyrs from around the world, whose relics line both sides of the church and also fill the crypts below.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
19 May 2025
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Morrison’s grave has, of course, long been a shrine for Doors fans, who have flocked to the cemetery for years, to pay their respects.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Steer clear of windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 May 2025
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If reaching a safe shelter is not possible, either crouch down in your car and cover your head, or leave your vehicle and seek refuge in a low-lying area like a ditch or ravine.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
20 May 2025
Noun
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The idea of going into a quiet space, or the countryside, or meditating in a sanctuary can also be really destabilizing.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
16 May 2025
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Bird monitors on the Farne Islands off the northeastern coast of England are tallying the roughly 200,000 seabirds that return to this important sanctuary every year.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Kyle and Joe could hear the screams in the shelter, so Joe went to investigate.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
22 May 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Avoid open fields, the top of a hill, or a ridge top.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Always wanted to live out your very own Pretty Woman fantasy—albeit one that involves idling away your days at a tropical beachfront retreat in Hawaii as opposed to a posh Beverly Hills hotel?—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
22 May 2025
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The western portion of the continent is in particular peril of ice shelf retreat.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
22 May 2025
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“Sanctum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sanctum. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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