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Uncommonsanctuary
The correct spelling is sanctuary.
How to pronounce sanctuary
noun
IPA: /ˈsæŋktjʊəɹi/
Say it like: San-ctua-ree
The correct spelling is sanctuary. A place of safety, refuge or protection. For example: "My car is a sanctuary, where none can disturb me except for people who cut me off."
Usage Examples
“My car is a sanctuary, where none can disturb me except for people who cut me off.”
“The bird sanctuary has strict restrictions on visitors so the birds aren't disturbed.”
“The government granted sanctuary to the defector, protecting him from his former government.”
Definition
noun
- 1.A place of safety, refuge or protection.
- 2.An area set aside for protection.
- 3.A state of being protected, asylum.
- 4.The consecrated (or sacred) area of a church or temple around its tabernacle or altar.
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