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Recess (Verb)

Put into a recess; "recess lights".

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

The electrician determined the best placement to recess the security cameras in the ceiling to minimize visibility.
A recessed switch was installed to control the lights without a visible panel or plate.
To create a sleek look, the designer chose to recess the thermostat into the wall for a flush finish.
The sound system was completed by recessing the speakers into the ceiling to maintain an unobstructed view.
A recess in the tile was created to install a ventilation outlet and prevent moisture buildup.

Make a recess in; "recess the piece of wood".

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

The carpenter had to recess a section of the wall to fit the electrical outlet.
Use a chisel to recess the piece of wood to create a hinge mortise.
Recess the drywall around the pipe to prevent damage when taping the seams.
To fit the door handle properly, you need to recess the hardware into the door frame.
Carefully recess the tile around the drain to ensure a watertight seal.

Close at the end of a session; "The court adjourned".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The judge ordered the court to recess until the following morning to allow for further deliberation.
The state legislature will recess for a month-long summer break before reconvening in the fall.
After days of intense negotiations, the union and management agreed to recess talks until the next day.
Congress will recess for the holiday weekend, resuming its legislative session on the following Tuesday.
The town council meeting will recess until further notice to await the outcome of the city's financial audit.