Example Sentences

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The court has already announced that the case will recess at the end of the day Friday for the duration of the Christmas holiday week.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 19, 2023

Lawmakers will recess on April 15, closing the window for its passage if it is not voted on before then.

From Reuters • Mar. 29, 2022

Because Congress will recess at week’s end, Boehner plans to introduce a bill authorizing the lawsuit sometime in July.

From US News • Jun. 25, 2014

Administrative Judge Ken Welsch said the proceedings will recess after Friday but continue again in October or November with more testimony.

From Reuters • Sep. 22, 2011

The ... ah ... the committee will recess until two o'clock.

From If at First You Don't... by Brudy, John