Sanctuary
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Safe Haven
Refers to a place providing safety from danger or hardship, often temporary. The abandoned house was a sanctuary for those seeking to escape the storm.
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Nature Protection
Used for areas reserved for the conservation of wildlife; can be legally enforced. The national park is a sanctuary for countless species of flora and fauna.
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Seeking Shelter
People or animals may actively look for a sanctuary when threatened. During the war, many sought sanctuary in neighboring countries.