recess
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Congress has about two months before its August recess, when lawmakers’ focus turns to campaigning in the November midterm elections.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
The justices have 26 cases waiting to be decided before they go on a summer recess.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
An inquiry spokesperson said although "considerable progress" had been made, the report and its recommendations would not now be published until after Parliament's summer recess which ends on 31 August.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
YouTube during snack time, dismissal and indoor recess.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
By the time the principal got there, Miss Newman had pulled herself together and was herding the little kids down the hall to the washroom, and then the recess bell rang.
From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson
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