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How to pronounce “sanctuary”

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Pronunciation guide for sanctuary

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of sanctuary with real speech in context.
Available examples: 8 YouTube examples
Real speech example: The 5 Tenets of Turning Pain Into PowerWe opened a sanctuary for healing
Definition summary: A place of safety, refuge, or protection.

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The 5 Tenets of Turning Pain Into Power

We opened a sanctuary for healing

[Noun]
A place of safety, refuge, or protection.
An area set aside for protection.
A state of being protected, asylum.
The consecrated (or sacred) area of a church or temple around its tabernacle or altar.

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