Bay or part that is set back (6)

I believe the answer is:

recess

(Other definitions for recess that I've seen before include "Break - depression" , "State of abeyance or suspended business" , "A niche or a temporary business break" , "Niche or adjournment" , "Temporary suspension of a session" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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