No. 2,380 in French
refuge
A safe place or shelter.
In a sentence
Nous avons trouvé un refuge dans les montagnes.
We found a shelter in the mountains.
In this sentence, 'refuge' is used to describe a physical shelter or haven where people can protect themselves from danger or find peace.
Le refuge pour animaux accueille des chiens abandonnés.
The animal shelter welcomes abandoned dogs.
Here, 'refuge' refers to a place dedicated to providing care and safety, specifically for animals in this context.
L'art est devenu son refuge face aux difficultés de la vie.
Art has become her solace in the hardships of life.
In this sentence, 'refuge' is employed metaphorically to denote a source of comfort or escape when facing challenges.
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