Meaning & use
haven
A place of safety, shelter, or refuge from danger or difficulty.
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The small island became a haven for refugees fleeing the ongoing conflict.
The quiet library was a haven where she could study away from distractions.
A note on using this word
Haven is often combined with a modifying word, as in 'tax haven' or 'safe haven,' to specify the type of refuge.
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