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Angliholic Posted 18 years ago
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a homeless shelter
Maria donated her old clothes to a homeless shelter.
Hi,
Is it the same to say "a homeless sanctuary/refuge/home" instead of "a homeless shelter" in the above? Thanks.
Hi,
Is it the same to say "a homeless sanctuary/refuge/home" instead of "a homeless shelter" in the above? Thanks.
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In the US, "shelter" is the right word.
- In the US, "shelter" is the right word.
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I agree with GG. Sanctuary and refuge seem to indicate flight for political or religious reasons, and home seems contradictory.
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