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as in alcoves
a hollowed-out space in a wall
the curator placed the large vase in one of the recesses of the gallery wall
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as in vacations
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 pauses
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 holes
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 suspends
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 Synonyms for recesses
Noun
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The lagoon has a few small alcoves and underwater benches to enjoy, as well as a cold plunge, a smaller hot bath, and natural steam baths.—
Maggie Fuller,
AFAR Media,
1 Apr. 2025 -
Incorporating antique finds, greenery, and utilizing your home's quirky features, like alcoves and nooks, are just a few of the ways your home is set apart from the rest on the block.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Mar. 2025
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Geometric chandeliers in the restaurant and bars add art deco flair, while chesterfields and wingback chairs create inviting nooks in the Library Lounge, which faces a private yacht marina.—
Jennifer Flowers,
AFAR Media,
3 Apr. 2025
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Maneuver with ease while moving around corners and sharp turns and get in all those nooks and crannies with 8 different tools for any spot in your home including your couch or stairs.—
Carlos Mejia,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo’s winter hat was pulled low, and his deep breaths were visible thanks to the unwelcoming Buffalo air.—
Chad Graff,
The Athletic,
23 Dec. 2024
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For example, kids can be taught deep breaths as young as one year old.—
Kelsey Mora, Contributor,
CNBC,
17 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Fluoride is the primary ingredient of toothpaste and helps strengthen tooth enamel and reduce the risk of cavities.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2025
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Advocates for fluoride in drinking water, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, say there’s no doubt public health is better served by local governments continuing to use water supplies to reduce cavities in the population.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2025
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Sheila, Wilson's campaign manager, interrupts breakfast with news of the two homicides at the Red Hook port.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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Each one is formulated with botulinum toxin A, which interrupts signals between muscles and nerves so the muscles can’t contract, therefore reducing wrinkles.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
7 Mar. 2025
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Medical interventions in clinical trials, for instance, can’t simply be paused and picked back up; many studies also rely heavily on collecting data at small and regular intervals, so interruptions are equivalent to massive data holes.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
14 Mar. 2025
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The result is a lot of extra interruptions and awkward silences that make collaboration difficult.—
Carmine Gallo,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Recesses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recesses. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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