safe space

noun

: a place (as on a college campus) intended to be free of bias, conflict, criticism, or potentially threatening actions, ideas, or conversations

… student volunteers put up posters advertising that a "safe space" would be available for anyone who found the debate too upsetting.—

Judith Shulevitz

Women, sexual assault victims, people of color, transgender students. College campuses have created "safe spaces" for all sorts of marginalized groups.—

Catherine Rampell

Examples of safe space in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The workshops fostered a safe space where everyone could take away valuable information. —

Kenyatta Victoria, Essence, 6 July 2024 Stephanopoulos has proved a safe space for a big Biden interview before. —

Dominic Patten, Deadline, 3 July 2024 Provide distractions: Create a safe space in your home with bedding, toys, water, or TV or music to distract from the excitement outside. —

Brenna Gauchat, The Arizona Republic, 3 July 2024 Marylanders to Prevent Gun Violence has six steps for safe gun storage to prevent accidents: Choose a safe space or a locking device that is most appropriate for your firearm, household and needs. —

Tony Roberts, Baltimore Sun, 3 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for safe space

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