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asylum

Pronunciation: [əˈsaɪləm]

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Learn how to use asylum in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “refuge”

(noun) a safe place where people go to escape danger or trouble. Imagine if someone is in a scary situation and they need to find a home where they can feel safe again.

Example

After fleeing from his country, he found asylum in a neighboring nation.

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She could not find asylum and had to return to the place where she was in danger.

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What should someone do if they need asylum from a dangerous situation?

Context: “mental health”

(noun) a historical term for places where people with mental illnesses could go to receive care. Think of it like a hospital where people help each other when they are feeling very upset or confused.

Example

In the past, many people found comfort and treatment at the asylum.

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The old asylum has been closed down and is no longer used for care.

Example

What types of services were offered at the asylum in earlier times?

How to pronounce asylum

Pronunciation: [əˈsaɪləm]

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