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safe haven

 
/ˈseɪf ˈheɪ·vən/ n [C]

Definition

an officially protected place in an area of military activity, or any safe or peaceful place in a dangerous area
(Definition of safe haven n from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

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