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safe havens

[/seɪf ˈhæv.ənz/]
nounpl: safe havens
refúgios seguros
1. Places of safety and protection where someone can escape from danger, persecution, or harm
The organization provides safe havens for victims of human trafficking.
A organização oferece refúgios seguros para vítimas do tráfico humano.
2. Locations or jurisdictions that offer legal or financial protection, often used in contexts of tax avoidance or money laundering
Some countries are considered safe havens for tax evasion.
Alguns países são considerados refúgios seguros para evasão fiscal.
3. Secure areas or sanctuaries where individuals or groups can find shelter and refuge
Wildlife sanctuaries serve as safe havens for endangered species.
Os santuários de vida selvagem servem como refúgios seguros para espécies ameaçadas.
Synonyms
sanctuariessheltersrefugesasylumssafe zones
Antonyms
danger zoneshazardous areaswar zones

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
refúgios seguros
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
abrigos seguros
Alternative term sometimes used in urban contexts
Portugal
portos seguros
Literal translation sometimes used, with nautical connotations

Related Idioms & Phrases

a safe haven from the storm
find a safe haven
provide safe havens for refugees
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