Refuge

/ɹˈɛfjuːd‍ʒ/

/ˈɹɛfjudʒ/

Refuge

act of turning to for assistance

synonyms : recourse

protection or shelter from something dangerous or troublesome

synonyms : asylum

something or someone turned to for assistance or security

synonyms : recourse

any place that offers protection or safety

synonyms : safety

Examples

1. The beachgoers sought refuge under their beach umbrellas to avoid getting sunburned.

2. Thousands sought refuge in local shelters.

3. The civilians sought refuge in air-raid shelters.

4. During bombing raids, tens of thousands of locals took refuge down here.