recessed

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The exterior’s focal points are the recessed areas—coves, in the jargon of early Corvettes—aft the front wheel arches, set off with J-shaped accents that reach across the doors’ shutline.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

About 8 p.m., the board recessed for the day and resumed deliberations at 12:30 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

The unit is located on the 10th floor and features a large living room with light-wood walls, recessed lighting, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a private balcony.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 21, 2025

At the halfway point, it would’ve saved everyone time had the court just huddled, announced its decision from the bench, and recessed early for lunch.

From Slate • Nov. 5, 2025

The kitchen was recessed into a covered alcove, and a pergola around the dining area would once have been covered with climbing vines for shade.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor