What does the cryptic crossword clue "Love in the current scenario is a refuge (5)" mean?

The definition is "Love". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). O (synonym="love") + AS (synonym="love") + IS (synonym="in the current scenario") = OASIS; definition: "refuge" The answer is OASIS.

Love in the current scenario is a refuge (5)

Independent Cryptic #12062 | 23 Across | 2025-06-06 flower

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