as in concave
curved inward
displayed the decorative plate on a recessed shelf in the wall
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as in suspended
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 recessed
Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 7 June 2026
Long channels of plants known as bioswales and recessed sections known as rain gardens both use sand, soil and plants to filter pollutants before stormwater reaches streams or sewers.
—Aya Diab, Fortune, 23 May 2026
Taking advantage of a recessed area opposite the television sitting area, Palmieri Schwartz added clean, contemporary floating oak shelves to the niche for displaying books and treasures.
—Laura Fenton, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026
For example, an overhang creates shade, softening the view inside, while a recessed entry reduces visibility through depth and distance from the street.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
With its large curving wooden wall, its red carpet and ceiling full of recessed lights, the space is somehow too stately for the show.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
Some people are born with a tendency to breathe through their mouth, due to extremely small nasal passages or a recessed jaw.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 10 Mar. 2026
And yes, the non-recessed device does indeed protrude out from the bottom of the shoe, so it's intended for use with road bike shoes and pedals only.
—Ben Coxworth
march 03, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2026
The spacious living and dining rooms feature tray (recessed) ceilings, making the space feel even larger.
—Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 3 Feb. 2026
Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 8 June 2026
Layer recessed lights, sconces, and floor lamps to brighten low-light areas.
—Jody Garlock, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2026
Meanwhile, Pierson recessed proceedings to begin drafting an order to vacate the original injunction and add Imhoff as a party to the hearing on whether Penman should be restored to the office he was forced from in January 2025.
—Bryan P. Sears, Baltimore Sun, 29 May 2026
The trial was recessed Wednesday and is likely to be dismissed as soon as Thursday.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2026
It can be recessed or surface-mounted.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 May 2026
The House briefly recessed but returned one hour later to approve the map.
—Miami Herald, 16 May 2026
The curved and recessed arms are comfortable and add softness to the design, and the seat and back are padded with thick foam that’s supportive and won’t crush with use.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Behind every roof beam is recessed LED lighting, with individual lighting control for every strand.
—Niyaz Pirani, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
To avoid this, Cooper suggests elegant fixtures and intentional recessed lights, combined with smart lighting systems—or at least one of these three options to start.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 7 June 2026
Long channels of plants known as bioswales and recessed sections known as rain gardens both use sand, soil and plants to filter pollutants before stormwater reaches streams or sewers.
—Aya Diab, Fortune, 23 May 2026
Taking advantage of a recessed area opposite the television sitting area, Palmieri Schwartz added clean, contemporary floating oak shelves to the niche for displaying books and treasures.
—Laura Fenton, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026
For example, an overhang creates shade, softening the view inside, while a recessed entry reduces visibility through depth and distance from the street.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
With its large curving wooden wall, its red carpet and ceiling full of recessed lights, the space is somehow too stately for the show.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
Some people are born with a tendency to breathe through their mouth, due to extremely small nasal passages or a recessed jaw.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 10 Mar. 2026
And yes, the non-recessed device does indeed protrude out from the bottom of the shoe, so it's intended for use with road bike shoes and pedals only.
—Ben Coxworth
march 03, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2026
The spacious living and dining rooms feature tray (recessed) ceilings, making the space feel even larger.
—Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 3 Feb. 2026
Verb
The court was briefly recessed, and the judge ordered a medical evaluation after Pino appeared distressed and began breathing heavily.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 8 June 2026
Layer recessed lights, sconces, and floor lamps to brighten low-light areas.
—Jody Garlock, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2026
Meanwhile, Pierson recessed proceedings to begin drafting an order to vacate the original injunction and add Imhoff as a party to the hearing on whether Penman should be restored to the office he was forced from in January 2025.
—Bryan P. Sears, Baltimore Sun, 29 May 2026
The trial was recessed Wednesday and is likely to be dismissed as soon as Thursday.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2026
It can be recessed or surface-mounted.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 May 2026
The House briefly recessed but returned one hour later to approve the map.
—Miami Herald, 16 May 2026
The curved and recessed arms are comfortable and add softness to the design, and the seat and back are padded with thick foam that’s supportive and won’t crush with use.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Behind every roof beam is recessed LED lighting, with individual lighting control for every strand.
—Niyaz Pirani, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recessed
Adjective
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Using a clean towel, apply a generous amount of food-safe mineral oil to the concave side.—
Staff Author,
Martha Stewart,
31 Mar. 2026
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Lightly wet just the concave side of the board and place it on a damp kitchen towel on your countertop.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The department suspended the operating license for the facility on May 30 and is continuing with a follow-up evaluation, officials said.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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All non-commercial visitor passes have been suspended until further notice to allow the installation to focus entirely on emergency response operations.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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Other highlights include a sunken living room centered around a fireplace, with a bay-windowed alcove that accommodates a grand piano beneath a vintage Murano milk-glass calla lily chandelier.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
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The two-story family room features a sunken conversation area that lowers occupants to garden level, enhancing the sense of connection to the landscape and instilling a sense of intimacy within the open plan.—
Fred Albert,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Life in prison without parole Lawhead’s arraignment had been postponed twice before, so he was scheduled to be arraigned Tuesday morning in Placer Superior Court.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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And what that means is that festering problems are postponed.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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White seeds are just the hollow shells of black seeds that didn’t mature.—
Jill Schildhouse,
Southern Living,
13 June 2026
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The workplace fills up with work that looks finished, sounds confident, and is hollow enough that some exhausted human — usually without credit or reward — still has to mop it up.—
Joe McKendrick,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
Verb
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The measure ultimately failed to advance before the General Assembly adjourned, leaving state officials without a obvious course ahead as the July deadline approaches.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Plus, the House had already adjourned for its week-long recess by the time the Senate attempted to take up FISA 702 on Thursday afternoon.—
Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
12 June 2026
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“Recessed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recessed. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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