recess
Example Sentences
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We were in different classes, but all the kindergarteners had recess together.
From Literature
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Before being struck, they tried to move from the track bed to the under-platform recess but this was blocked by communication cables.
From BBC
On Saturday he urged Congress to return immediately from recess to vote on his resolution.
From Barron's
During recess one day, a student inquired about a helicopter flying overhead — “Is that ICE?” the child asked.
From Salon
About 8 p.m., the board recessed for the day and resumed deliberations at 12:30 p.m.
From Los Angeles Times
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