alibi
apology
asylum
blind
bolt-hole
cache
citadel
cloak
color
concealment
corner
cover
cover story
cover-up
covert
coverture
cranny
cubby
cubbyhole
dark corner
defense
den
dernier ressort
device
dodge
dugout
evasion
excuse
expediency
expedient
eye
facade
feint
foxhole
front
funk hole
gloss
guard
guise
handle
harbor
harborage
haven
hideaway
hideout
hidey hole
hiding
aid
assist
assistance
help
refuged
refuges
refuging
abide
accommodation
comfort
consolation
deliverance
dwell
dweller
escape
lodge
peace
relief
repose
residence
resort
retreat
safe
safety
sanctuary
seclusion
shelter