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A hollow space inside something
“A huge four-posted bed with silken hangings occupied a recess in the room.”
A dent or hollow in a surface
“Unfortunately, the brand new, shiny car now has a huge recess in the rear.”
A temporary break or suspension during an activity
“He then suggested that they should take a fifteen-minute recess in the meeting so that the members could discuss the matter among themselves.”
A period when school or work is suspended, to be resumed at a later date
“During a recess from school, she went skiing, and her life was changed forever.”
A state of being inactive or suspended, especially temporarily
“The UP parties were abolished and the others placed in recess.”
A remote, secluded, or secret place
“Maybe in that deep, dark recess of my soul, I just want to be able to dream again.”
A temporary period of respite or suspension during an activity
The absolute lowest level of something, literally or figuratively
The inner side or surface of something
A place or area that is suitable for concealing oneself
A corner, especially an external projection or an internal recess of a part of a building or other structure
A period or time free from engagement
The action of delaying or moving at a slow pace
A break from work
To (formally) bring an activity or process to an end temporarily
“The President is urging Congress to approve his economic stimulus package before lawmakers recess for the year.”
To halt an activity or task temporarily
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