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fuge
Plural
refuges
1
a place or structure that provides protection from danger, adversity, or hardship
- The hikers found refuge in a mountain cabin during the storm.
- The villagers took refuge in a fortified building during the attack.
- She sought refuge from the harsh winter in a warm home.
- Wildlife often seeks refuge in protected areas.
- Refuge was offered to those escaping persecution.
2
a safe or secure place, often emphasizing security or sanctuary
- The library was his refuge from the noise of the city.
- She found refuge in the quiet of her garden.
- The monastery provided refuge for travelers.
- He regarded reading as a refuge from daily stress.
- The park was a refuge for local wildlife.
3
the act of turning to someone or something for aid, protection, or support
- She took refuge in her friends during the difficult times.
- Many sought refuge in prayer to cope with their troubles.
- He took refuge in the law when his rights were threatened.
- They sought refuge in expert advice to solve the problem.
- The family took refuge with relatives after the disaster.