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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
Mario comes upon Bowser’s sanctum and sees that he’s turned his castle into the site of an all-night rager.
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Luke Winkie, Vulture, 18 June 2025
But to assume the weekend was all the sanctum of the media landed gentry would be to assume wrong.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2025
Daniel, his namesake establishment on the Upper East Side, a colonnaded sanctum of caviar and white linen, has remained both gastronomically and culturally relevant since its opening, in 1993.
—Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 16 Mar. 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
See All Example Sentences for sanctum
Luke Winkie, Vulture, 18 June 2025
But to assume the weekend was all the sanctum of the media landed gentry would be to assume wrong.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2025
Daniel, his namesake establishment on the Upper East Side, a colonnaded sanctum of caviar and white linen, has remained both gastronomically and culturally relevant since its opening, in 1993.
—Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 16 Mar. 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
See All Example Sentences for sanctum
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sanctum
Noun
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As the siblings discovered Cézanne, Matisse, and Picasso, their atelier on the Rue de Fleurus became a shrine for paintings that redefined what art could be.—
Judith Thurman,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
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Flowers by the roadside complete the shrine.—
Jerry Saltz,
Vulture,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Gold has long been considered a risk-off asset for investors that can provide refuge during times of economic and political turmoil.—
Kevin Breuninger,Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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His new book paints a varied portrait through courtyards, alleyways and community buildings, whether clan associations or methodist churches, that have offered refuge and camaraderie to generations of Asian diasporas.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The fire also consumed an 80-acre condor sanctuary operated by Ventana Wildlife Society.—
John Leos,
AZCentral.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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The sanctuary is home to more than 70 great apes, who frolic in a lush Florida jungle outfitted with climbing structures, swinging vines and numerous toys and enrichment activities.—
Martha Shade,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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One shelter the actress is proud and excited to highlight is Animal Haven in New York City, which is holding an in-person adoption event over the weekend.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Skylark’s energy matched Mecca’s vision perfectly, a retreat where global luxury could meet local authenticity without compromise.—
Essence,
Essence,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Jokake Inn, a winter retreat, opened in 1928 on the site where The Phoenician resort now stands.—
Douglas C. Towne,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Sanctum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sanctum. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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