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to take cover
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to seek or find shelter or protection during a dangerous or threatening situation
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The soldiers took cover as the gunfire intensified from the opposing forces.
As the rain started, we had to go in and take cover from the storm.
As the storm approached, the hikers decided to take cover in a nearby cave.
During the firefight, the soldiers quickly took cover behind the rocks.
In a firefight, it's essential for soldiers to take cover before they can effectively return fire.