sheltered

Example Sentences

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As a precaution, the astronauts sheltered inside the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft while the repair procedure was being evaluated.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

However, Wales and southwestern England will remain fairly hot, sheltered from the North Sea breeze.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Manufacturing giant China has been comparatively sheltered from fuel shortages thanks to oil reserves and renewable energy, but local factories are picking up a ballooning raw materials bill.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The two journalists then sheltered in a house but were hit by Israeli fire once more, according to a statement from the Lebanese Health Ministry.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

On Saturday night, Ben eased his father’s squadron car up to the main gate of Freedom Bay, the Capehart housing section that sheltered the Marines stationed at Ravenel Air Station.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy