take shelter
Example Sentences
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Officials in those countries have repeatedly asked residents in border areas to take shelter amid fear of incursions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
They were suddenly overwhelmed by flames and tried to take shelter, the Department of the Interior said.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
The airport is closed due to damage, but offers a flat, open place away from buildings where the family can take shelter.
From BBC ● Jun. 27, 2026
"I'd rather get hit than take shelter in there," joked mayor Ghanayem, not dwelling on who was responsible for their upkeep.
From Barron's ● Mar. 14, 2026
This bulky load made it difficult enough to climb out of a trench, and harder still to move faster than a slow walk or to lie down to take shelter and then rise quickly.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
