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
Steven Rosenbaum,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
The sixth block in the Parthenon’s tympanum—or recessed space—was restored by combining a pair of archaic fragments with new pieces of marble, while the seventh block has been completed using only fresh marble.
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News Desk,
Artforum,
22 June 2026
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sandee Lamotte,
CNN Money,
10 Mar. 2026
Steven Yablonski,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
The interiors include luxury details such as stone-look countertops, designer cabinetry, recessed LED lighting, higher-grade vinyl flooring, and even a spacious ceiling height over 7 feet.
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Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
22 June 2026
It’s recessed, maybe a foot behind the steering wheel.
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James Raia,
Mercury News,
21 June 2026
Layer recessed lights, sconces, and floor lamps to brighten low-light areas.
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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.
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Bryan P. Sears,
Baltimore Sun,
29 May 2026
The trial was recessed Wednesday and is likely to be dismissed as soon as Thursday.
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Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 May 2026
The House briefly recessed but returned one hour later to approve the map.
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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.
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Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
The park, which opened in 2012, connects Uptown Dallas with the Arts District over a recessed portion of Woodall Rodgers Freeway.
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Steven Rosenbaum,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
The sixth block in the Parthenon’s tympanum—or recessed space—was restored by combining a pair of archaic fragments with new pieces of marble, while the seventh block has been completed using only fresh marble.
—
News Desk,
Artforum,
22 June 2026
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
Verb
The court was briefly recessed, and the judge ordered a medical evaluation after Pino appeared distressed and began breathing heavily.
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Steven Yablonski,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
The interiors include luxury details such as stone-look countertops, designer cabinetry, recessed LED lighting, higher-grade vinyl flooring, and even a spacious ceiling height over 7 feet.
—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
22 June 2026
It’s recessed, maybe a foot behind the steering wheel.
—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
21 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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recessed
Adjective
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Their concave shapes and generous size are perfect vessels for all kinds of fillings, from a rich, hearty meat ragù to lighter combinations like ricotta and seasonal vegetables.
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Checking the Seal Jars that have successfully sealed will have a concave lid that won't pop back up when pressed.
Verb
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Weather briefly delayed the gate opening and thunderstorms suspended the match at halftime.
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Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova was suspended for four years Monday for refusing an anti-doping test.
Adjective
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Domaine du Météore has a vineyard set inside a meteorite crater whose sunken topography, the estate says, gives fresher, lower-alcohol fruit.
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Severe symptoms include crying without tears, extreme irritability, fewer wet diapers, vomiting or diarrhoea, and sunken eyes or forehead.
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Placer Superior Court Judge Eugene Gini granted the request and postponed the bail review hearing until next Monday.
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That means the Rickettses shouldn’t bother planning any parties around an All-Star Game at Wrigley that could be postponed for a few years.
Adjective
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The intuitive hollow center cylinder is raised high enough to prevent pots and dishes from blocking the drain.
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Under its short brownish hairs are hollow spines that connect to toxin glands.
Verb
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Court was back in session, about 12 hours after it was adjourned due to rain and darkness out in Cromwell.
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The Illinois House adjourned on May 31 without taking up a last-ditch Senate bill that would have allowed Arlington Heights or Chicago to form a public-private ownership deal with the Bears and given the team a path to build a new stadium without paying property taxes on the facility.
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“Recessed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recessed. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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