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Niches found during the holidays (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

recesses

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'niches' is the definition.
('recess' can be a synonym of 'niche')

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(Other definitions for recesses that I've seen before include "Niches or small spaces" , "Secret places" , "Small concavities" , "Nooks and alcoves" .)

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