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as in vacation
a period during which the usual routine of school or work is suspended
the couple goes to Florida every January for a month-long recess from the rigors of winter
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as in pause
a momentary halt in an activity
the judge called for a brief recess so that the witness could regain her composure
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as in hole
a sunken area forming a separate space
decided to camp in a sandy recess where the beach met the forest
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as in to suspend
to bring to a formal close for a period of time
the judge recessed the court for lunch
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Recent Examples of recess
Owen Tedford, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Because of long lines at recess and during breaks, most students ask permission to use bathrooms during class time.
—Sophia Urias, The Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2025
Andrew Dys, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2025
The galley-style kitchen, off the dining area, has recessed lighting and stainless steel appliances.
—Angela Serratore, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Still, come Congress’ August recess, the path forward for passing stablecoin legislation should be more evident, as by that point, the House Financial Services Committee will likely have marked up its draft.
—Owen Tedford, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Because of long lines at recess and during breaks, most students ask permission to use bathrooms during class time.
—Sophia Urias, The Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2025
Verb
All Mecklenburg County court sessions will recess at 12:30 p.m.
Charlotte Observer reporters Chase Jordan and Joe Marusak contributed.
—Andrew Dys, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2025
The galley-style kitchen, off the dining area, has recessed lighting and stainless steel appliances.
—Angela Serratore, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recess
Noun
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In the kitchen’s breakfast alcove, a midcentury Italian light fixture hangs near a rustic country cabinet.—
Kristen Flanagan,
Architectural Digest,
31 Mar. 2025
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After two hours, Tse Yaa Kin appeared around the bend, its alcoves offering tantalizing shelter from the September sun.—
Alastair Lee Bitsóí,
Smithsonian Magazine,
12 Feb. 2025
Noun
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In our case, this was a potential vacation wrecker.—
Basem Wasef,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2025
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High levels of carbon monoxide were detected in 14-year-old Miller Gardner's hotel room, Costa Rican police revealed more than one week after the son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner mysteriously died on a family vacation.—
Emily Shapiro,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2025
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The president announced a 90-day pause for several countries but increased tariffs on Chinese goods to 125%.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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Wall Street signaled its relief at Mr. Trump's pause, sending the S&P 500 surging by more than 8% on Wednesday afternoon.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Audi can make your 2010s niche racing dreams come true, in other words, which is probably a better way to spend the money burning a hole in your pocket than buying yet another supercar that will sit in a garage to be admired.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
7 Apr. 2025
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Better yet, seal up holes in your house to prevent the mice from entering to begin with and store food in rodent proof (preferably glass or metal) containers.—
Judy Stone,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Biden sharply expanded use of TPS and other temporary forms of protection in a strategy to create and expand legal pathways to live in the United States while suspending asylum for those who enter illegally.—
Janie Har,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2025
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Sarkozy had already been convicted in 2021 of corruption and influence peddling, with a three-year prison sentence, two years of which were suspended.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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When hosting her friends and family (whether for holiday feasts or backyard barbecues), Hayden’s style is equal parts casual and generous, with overflowing platters of comfort food, many bottles of bubbly, and a come-as-you-are vibe.—
Jenny Comita,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Mar. 2025
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Get The Recipe Best Carrot Cake Dessert is an important part of any meal, but especially big holiday menus.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
31 Mar. 2025
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Both programs survived midseason lulls and now look locked in for the stretch run.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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The big picture: After a long lull, Minnesota's stadium politics are about to heat up again.—
Kyle Stokes,
Axios,
20 Mar. 2025
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It is added to some dental products, such as toothpaste, to help prevent cavities.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2025
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Fluoride strengthens teeth and reduces cavities by replacing minerals lost during normal wear and tear, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.—
Matthew Brown and Hannah Schoenbaum,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Recess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recess. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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