Noun : in the recesses of the palace. From Dictionary.com.
Verb (used with object) : to recess a wall. ,to recess the Senate. From Dictionary.com.
They've already installed a programmable thermostat and replaced light bulbs used in recessed and overhead light fixtures with CFL bulbs. From Wordnik.com. [Frugal family tips to save money on energy bills] Reference
Juno LED Downlight (aka recessed canned light) Review. From Wordnik.com. [Original Signal - Transmitting Gadgets] Reference
Now that the Illinois House impeachment panel has kind of recessed for the weekend. From Wordnik.com. [CNN Transcript Dec 19, 2008] Reference
And fortunately, that part of my life has kind of recessed into the background a little bit. From Wordnik.com. [CNN Transcript Nov 13, 2006] Reference
The button is recessed, which is a bit awkward, especially if you’re holding the phone with one hand to use the camera. From Wordnik.com. [First look: The impressive Incredible, Verizon’s new Droid smart phone] Reference
This includes the screen, which is "recessed" in the lid to allow room for the raised keys when closed. From Wordnik.com. [Jeremy Zawodny's linkblog] Reference
The residence hosts a number of modern features, such as recessed lighting, central vacuum system and double glazing. From Wordnik.com. Reference
It has a triple portal, with deep-recessed, pointed arches. From Wordnik.com. [Fair Italy, the Riviera and Monte Carlo Comprising a Tour Through North and South Italy and Sicily with a Short Account of Malta] Reference
The Power switch is recessed into the front of the Expansion. From Wordnik.com. [Radio Shack TRS-80 Expansion Interface: Operator's Manual Catalog Numbers: 26-1140, 26-1141, 26-1142] Reference
Finally, on September 24, the convention recessed until November 12. From Wordnik.com. [A Political History of the State of New York, Volumes 1-3] Reference
(The photo shows the cooktop with a burner recessed, left, and elevated.). From Wordnik.com. [Kitchen/Bath Industry Show Product Preview: Fisher & Paykel CookSurface gas cooktop] Reference
The main bays have massive piers with engaged shafts on the recessed faces. From Wordnik.com. [Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Durham A Description of Its Fabric and A Brief History of the Espiscopal See] Reference
Then there is the recessed altar-tomb of his son, also John, who died in 1585. From Wordnik.com. [Records of Woodhall Spa and Neighbourhood Historical, Anecdotal, Physiographical, and Archaeological, with Other Matter] Reference
For recessed fixtures, use flood CFLs; they cast light evenly on the task area. From Wordnik.com. [Celebrate Change a Light Day] Reference
In the other bays it is recessed, and open above the level of the aisle vaulting. From Wordnik.com. [Bell's Cathedrals: Southwark Cathedral Formerly the Collegiate Church of St. Saviour, Otherwise St. Mary Overie. A Short History and Description of the Fabric, with Some Account of the College and the See] Reference
It was completely dark in the unlit alley, but he found a recessed door by touch. From Wordnik.com. [The K-Factor] Reference
Below mezzanines, one must stand directly under a recessed downlight to read anything. From Wordnik.com. [Shaping the City: Let there be light (carefully) in Metro stations] Reference
I'm standing in the center of the big room when all the recessed ceiling lights go on. From Wordnik.com. [Refugees] Reference
Upon his nomination, therefore, Garfield, before the convention had recessed, sent word by. From Wordnik.com. [A Political History of the State of New York, Volumes 1-3] Reference
The chancel arch has two orders, recessed square and chamfered, with a plain chamfered hood mould. From Wordnik.com. [Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Durham A Description of Its Fabric and A Brief History of the Espiscopal See] Reference
Four-legged consoles, including recessed or countertop bowls, are a trendy alternative to vanities. From Wordnik.com. [Universal design can make a safer bathroom] Reference
The Bigelows 'house dated back to the twenties, with a recessed loveseat at the living room window. From Wordnik.com. [’] Reference
The House recessed for the summer late last week, and the Senate is scheduled to recess on August 6. From Wordnik.com. [Leo Hindery, Jr.: "Better Than Nothing" -- But We Need Much More When it Comes to Creating Jobs] Reference
White was sworn in later Monday but had only begun giving evidence when the court recessed for lunch. From Wordnik.com. [Mia Farrow Contradicts Naomi Campbell's Testimony About Diamond] Reference
The windows are recessed, and the lower doors are filled with beautiful lattices of stone and marble. From Wordnik.com. [Travels in the Far East] Reference
(Whereupon, at 11: 50 o'clock, a. m., the meeting was recessed, to reconvene at 1 o'clock of the same day.). From Wordnik.com. [Northern Nut Growers Association Report of the Proceedings at the 41st Annual Meeting Pleasant Valley, New York, August 28, 29 and 30, 1950] Reference
Above each arch is a small roundheaded deeply-recessed window within a corniced arch resting on colonnettes. From Wordnik.com. [The South of France—East Half] Reference
(Whereupon, at 10: 40 o'clock, a.m., the meeting was recessed, to reconvene at 1: 00 o'clock, p.m. of the same day.). From Wordnik.com. [Northern Nut Growers Association Report of the Proceedings at the 41st Annual Meeting Pleasant Valley, New York, August 28, 29 and 30, 1950] Reference
It is certain, however, that a rich and elaborate entrance, deeply recessed, was inserted here in the Perpendicular age. From Wordnik.com. [Bell's Cathedrals: Southwark Cathedral Formerly the Collegiate Church of St. Saviour, Otherwise St. Mary Overie. A Short History and Description of the Fabric, with Some Account of the College and the See] Reference
A deeply recessed and acutely pointed arch is divided into two by a central shaft, with moulded base and foliaged capital. From Wordnik.com. [Bell's Cathedrals: Southwark Cathedral Formerly the Collegiate Church of St. Saviour, Otherwise St. Mary Overie. A Short History and Description of the Fabric, with Some Account of the College and the See] Reference
It was over in an instant, and a stunned moment later, recessed ceiling lights began flashing on throughout the big institution. From Wordnik.com. [A Filbert Is a Nut] Reference
Between these towers are three semicircular recessed portals, below an entablature resting on two single and two double columns. From Wordnik.com. [The South of France—East Half] Reference
Several designers from around the country told us they're using more LEDs for recessed canister lights and undercabinet fixtures. From Wordnik.com. [What's Cooking in the Kitchen: 7 trends in remodeling and design] Reference
Most recessed light housings (canisters) have openings for air to pass through for cooling and also require clearance from insulation. From Wordnik.com. [40 ways to recognize Earth Day's 40th anniversary] Reference
Most recessed light fixtures that protrude up into the attic should not be covered with insulation, which could cause them to overheat. From Wordnik.com. [Weekend Project: Weatherize your attic to save money and boost comfort at home year-round] Reference
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