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shelter

[shel-ter] / ˈʃɛl tər /




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But Pratt — who had spent the morning at the West Los Angeles Animal Shelter speaking with animal welfare advocates — headed toward the nearby recreation center to talk with residents away from the cameras.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Shelter costs posted the largest increase in 27 months.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Research from housing charity Shelter Cymru said the private rented sector was unaffordable for most people in Wales.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Shelter inflation, in particular, is expected to trend substantially lower this year due to softening rent growth.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Wilford, Connecticut, home to the Coastal Animal Shelter, was only a five-minute ride from Jenny’s place.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein




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