1The judge called a recess to allow the jury to deliberate on the verdict.
2During the recess, the negotiating teams met in private to discuss the contentious issues.
3The academic conference included a scheduled recess for attendees to network and discuss the morning's presentations.
4The parliamentary session was adjourned for a recess to enable members to consult with their constituents.
5The company's board of directors decided to take a recess to review the financial reports before making a decision.