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MPs will not have a chance to press Lammy over the issue until Tuesday, when the House of Commons returns after a short recess.

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House of Representatives has been in recess for over 40 days.

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And, ingeniously, three ancient Roman pavement-mosaics, recessed, are now visible beneath traversable glass floors.

The summer parliamentary recess came at just the right time to shield the government, which now holds just 60 of 120 seats, from motions of no confidence.

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The subtle highs and lows create ridges, which sear, and recessed pockets that promote airflow and deter sticking.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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