as in abode
something that provides protection or relief from weather or outside dangers
Her study was an oasis of quiet in her otherwise chaotic home.
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Recent Examples of oasis
And lucky for us, this city blooms with outdoor oases for every vibe.
—
Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
This naturalistic garden has almost half native plants and half non-native, but is an oasis
in the middle of the city.
—Janet B. Carson, Arkansas Online, 29 June 2025
The birds are not the only ones flying in to see this oasis.
—Angus Watson, CNN Money, 25 June 2025
In Gabès, a coastal oasis suffocated by a chemical complex, a fishing family is torn between survival and escape.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 24 June 2025
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
This naturalistic garden has almost half native plants and half non-native, but is an oasis
in the middle of the city.
—Janet B. Carson, Arkansas Online, 29 June 2025
The birds are not the only ones flying in to see this oasis.
—Angus Watson, CNN Money, 25 June 2025
In Gabès, a coastal oasis suffocated by a chemical complex, a fishing family is torn between survival and escape.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 24 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for oasis
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oasis
Noun
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His property portfolio span coast to coast and beyond, with homes valued at roughly $1.75 billion—everything from private islands to sprawling estates to sleek city abodes.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
4 July 2025
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And tonight, Combs will sleep in the Brooklyn cell that has been his abode since September 2024.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
4 July 2025
Noun
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It’s designed to be a small refuge, a safe place with no strings attached in hopes of gaining trust and offering options.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 July 2025
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Before the 1950s, the places where Houston’s fledgling LGBTQ+ community found refuge were scattered.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Known for its commitment to wellness, sustainability and experiential luxury, the Six Senses brand creates immersive sanctuaries that connect guests to nature, community and self.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Other pink binders are located at the entrance to the sanctuary itself as well as in the fellowship hall, all places anyone is welcome to enter St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, in west Los Angeles.—
Jason DeRose,
NPR,
13 July 2025
Noun
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As brands retreat from Pride, this company stepped up for visibility in rural towns.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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That pattern—the burst of change followed by a retreat to the familiar—troubled me.—
Jeroen Tas,
Time,
10 July 2025
Noun
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If the sky becomes menacing and thunder becomes audible, seek out a safe place to seek shelter.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT
Updated July 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 July 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Avoid open fields, hill peaks, or ridge tops.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Espiritu Santo is a geological layer cake carved with countless small anchorages, beloved by sailors and fishing enthusiasts.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 June 2025
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Fort Point Located beneath the south anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point National Historic Site was constructed to protect San Francisco’s harbor from potential naval threats as the region became rich with the discovery of gold.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2025
Noun
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Legally, there is supposed to be an exception for people who express fear of persecution in their home country and request an opportunity to seek asylum, Webb said. Berezhnova-Gunel was not seeking asylum, Nations said.—
Daniel Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
11 July 2025
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Even as immigration policies have been tightened and the number of asylum seekers in Europe has fallen, the long-term presence of migrants amid stagnating economies will continue to feed voter anger.—
Ian Bremmer,
Time,
11 July 2025
Noun
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By offering safe harbors, flexibility, and clear guardrails, the state is sending a signal to startups and enterprise innovators alike.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Think yachts bobbing in the harbor, beachfront homes with glass walls, and brunches that casually cost three figures.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
9 July 2025
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“Oasis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oasis. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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