sheltering

Example Sentences

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Islamabad accuses the Afghan Taliban government of sheltering militants behind a surge in attacks -- particularly the Pakistan Taliban, who have waged a violent campaign for years.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

The shift from removing tents and personal belongings to sheltering people resolves a fight over the city’s committment to “resolve” thousands of encampments.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Jews didn’t have the luxury of sheltering in place.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

"What was the point of this war? Nothing about this makes sense," said Hiam, a 53-year-old mother sheltering in a school.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

And when we finally reach the bottom of the hill, I see the man with one brow, sheltering in the covered entrance of the cathedral.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron