as in refuge
something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger
the sudden fierce storm forced us to run to the nearest shelter
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as in to house
to provide with living quarters or shelter
sheltered the troops in tents until permanent barracks could be built
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Recent Examples of shelter
Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Food delivery robots are struggling to steer clear of Chicago’s bus stop shelters.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 26 Mar. 2026
Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
The woman reportedly sheltered in hollow redwood stumps at night and buried her feet in the dirt to stay warm.
—Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 23 Mar. 2026
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Noun
In the past, the city of Dallas has bought properties to build new shelters, but opposition from residents has prevented their construction.
—Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Food delivery robots are struggling to steer clear of Chicago’s bus stop shelters.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
The winter storms typically impact the leeward side of the islands that are usually sheltered from tradewinds and intense rains, according to Steven Businger, a professor in the meteorology department at the University of Hawaii.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
The woman reportedly sheltered in hollow redwood stumps at night and buried her feet in the dirt to stay warm.
—Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 23 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shelter
Noun
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Kent also sought refuge with Candace Owens, a blatantly antisemitic influencer on the far right, and her podcast audience.—
David M. Drucker,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2026
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Nattie takes a job as a janitor at the hospital and finds a refuge in the library, striking up a friendship with the lonely librarian.—
Oline H. Cogdill,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Ultimately, a lack of Democratic support for weakening the filibuster prevented them from passing that legislation, but Republicans were also vehemently opposed and leaned on arguments about protecting states’ rights.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Mar. 2026
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In May, the state attorney general's office will return to court to seek a judge's order that the company makes changes to its systems to protect children.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The backdrop of this chilling début novel is the Briarley School for Girls, a regimented institution housed in an imposing English estate.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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All of the art is housed in 15 galleries within Frick’s former residence.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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That's the definition of what's prohibited by sanctuary.—
Kenny Choi,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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Framed by geometric breeze blocks that evoke classic midcentury cool, the patio offers a stylish sanctuary for evening relaxation, featuring a fringed hammock and cozy rattan seating.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Last year, for Nowruz, the Persian new year, the couple camped on the southern island of Qeshm for 20 days.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
27 Mar. 2026
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As far back as 2012, people without homes camped along the Coyote Creek near Story Road.—
Bay Area News Group,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Other managers, including Blue Owl Capital and Cliffwater, have also scrambled to halt or restrict withdrawals in recent weeks, as rising default fears spark an investor retreat from the sector.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
25 Mar. 2026
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This 10-room property is ideal for buyouts such as large family trips, wellness retreats, bachelorette parties, and corporate events.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There have been controversies and debates over the extent to which the military should accommodate religious expression.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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That is sending companies scrambling to accommodate the extra urgency as China makes progress toward its own 2030 moon landing.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The ShieldPlatinum increases coverage limits and adds microwaves, ceiling fans, icemakers and roof leak repairs.—
Kelsey Neubauer,Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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Gutter downspouts or roof runoff from clogged gutters can quickly create a soggy spot that will last for days.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Shelter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shelter. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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