asylum

Example Sentences

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But the French authorities are reported by The Guardian to be concerned that UK demands could put the lives of asylum seekers at greater risk.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Matthew Hoppock is an immigration attorney in Kansas, and he told me that he’s currently handling 10 Somali nationals’ asylum cases.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

It doesn’t distinguish between immigrants in the U.S. illegally and those with legal status, including those seeking asylum or in temporary protected status.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

The Immigration and Nationality Act allows an "alien who is physically present in the United States or who arrives in the United States" to apply for asylum.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

I had no idea if this was proper, but after months of wholesome, dull asylum diet, I was greedy for butter.

From "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath