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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 space became a haven for NBA players, rappers and tastemakers alike.
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Joel Thayer, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 May 2025
And the luxury boutique resort recently enriched its standing as a haven for book-loving travelers and locals by appointing its first community librarian, Dr. Annette B. Fromm.
—Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2025
For me, the city evokes images of its bustling nightlife, the guests who embrace it, and the hotels offering a haven for fun.
—Kareema Bee, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2025
Kingston had apparently spent years dodging storms, traffic and whatever else the Gulf Coast threw his way, only to find a safe haven 300 miles away from Lake Charles on the porch of a bunch of college kids.
—Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
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Joel Thayer, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 May 2025
And the luxury boutique resort recently enriched its standing as a haven for book-loving travelers and locals by appointing its first community librarian, Dr. Annette B. Fromm.
—Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2025
For me, the city evokes images of its bustling nightlife, the guests who embrace it, and the hotels offering a haven for fun.
—Kareema Bee, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2025
Kingston had apparently spent years dodging storms, traffic and whatever else the Gulf Coast threw his way, only to find a safe haven 300 miles away from Lake Charles on the porch of a bunch of college kids.
—Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for haven
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Around the corner looms the Baroque-Neoclassical Cádiz Cathedral, a remnant of the city’s 18th-century golden era, when Cádiz was Spain’s main harbor and a gateway to the Americas.—
Christopher Bagley,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2025
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The quarantine area extends along the California coastline from Oregon to the Mexican border — including all bays, inlets and harbors in Los Angeles County, according to public health officials.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2025
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The Princess of Wales, 43, who recently shared how nature has become a refuge during her cancer recovery, has passed on that love to her only daughter.—
Monique Jessen,
People.com,
8 May 2025
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Surely, Congress or the administration wouldn’t sacrifice prime wildlife habitat, access to favorite places, lands along a quiet stream or a wildlife refuge, right?—
Tracy Stone-Manning,
Denver Post,
7 May 2025
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Under pressure, a Hong Kong company sold off its two port facilities on the canal, drawing criticism from Beijing.—
Chris Buckley,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
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Ripples of excitement could be felt in the port as Dakis Joannou’s mega-yacht, cheekily named Guilty, glided to the docks.—
Tony Perrottet,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2025
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Upstairs, the primary suite offers a roomy retreat, with a spa-like bath and walk-in closets that make everyday routines feel a touch more luxe.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Boston Herald,
11 May 2025
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This four-bedroom, five-bed retreat is available on Airbnb and accommodates up to eight guests.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
11 May 2025
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Friendship Bay is a popular anchorage and home to Bequia Beach Hotel, the new Sand Bar a welcome addition to an otherwise bare but beautiful beach.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2025
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The catamaran worked its way west over the next days, stopping at various islands with anchorage fees of about $15 apiece, plus $3 per visitor.—
Mark Johanson,
AFAR Media,
22 Apr. 2025
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Quite a bit of work for a shelter already over capacity for housing dogs.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 May 2025
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The shelter, known as the Justice Residences, is part of Mercy Culture’s Justice Reform ministry that combats human trafficking.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 May 2025
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On Tiritiri Matangi Island, regenerative tourism takes center stage Tiritiri Matangi Island, a sanctuary off the coast of Auckland, is a showcase of regenerative tourism.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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Dark Sky International, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting natural darkness, has been fighting to conserve these dwindling celestial sanctuaries for more than 30 years.—
Michael D'Estries,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
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“Haven.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/haven. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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