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recess

[ri-ses, ree-ses] / rɪˈsɛs, ˈri sɛs /




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The release of the documents comes as parliament returns on Monday after a week's recess.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Legislators head back to their home districts today for a week-long recess.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

In another provision, computer use would be off-limits between classes and during lunch and recess.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

YouTube during snack time, dismissal and indoor recess.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

We would all salute, and then play together at recess.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri




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