recess
Definitions
A temporary cessation of work or activity, such as a break during a school day or a legislative session.
A small space created by building part of a wall further back from the rest.
A remote, secluded, or secret part of something.
Examples
The children ran outside to play on the playground during their morning recess.
The judge called for a brief recess before the final closing arguments were presented.
The architect designed a small recess in the wall to display the antique vase.
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Antonyms
continuation resumption start commencement advancement persistence extension