haven

Definition

  • noun: a place where you are protected from danger, trouble, etc.
  • noun: a place of safety
  • synonyms: harbor, refuge, port

Examples

  • The shelter offers/provides a 'haven' from abusive spouses.

  • This national park provides a 'safe haven' for wildlife.

  • We 'haven't' tried the new restaurant yet.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Cinna saw to that. Of course, your costume would be bulletproof. So what are your injuries? Bruised ribs, bruised lung. I'm surprised they haven't found you a new lung. I mean, I've got two. Do you want one of mine? I mean, it's everybody's job to keep you alive. (..)
    2015 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2
  • (..) That's an application of the "hummingbird trap." You scare people so they flee in this direction into what they think is a safe haven. Two-tiered explosion. You allow people enough time to rush in, help the wounded, then... A second bomb. Right. (..)
    2015 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2