Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a-port-in-a-storm
idiom
/ə pɔrt ɪn ə stɔrm/
Definition
A place or situation that provides refuge or support during difficult times.
Examples
- During the tough financial period, her supportive friends were a port in a storm for her.
- When his business was struggling, he found that volunteering at the shelter was a port in a storm.
- Her quiet home was a port in a storm amidst the chaos of city life.
Meaning
This phrase refers to a haven or safe space that offers relief during moments of trouble or crisis.
Synonyms
- refuge
- sanctuary
- haven
- safe haven
