counterbores

"The smooth surface of the kitchen table was perfect for setting the dinner plates. "

"We cleared the tabletop after dinner to play a board game. "

"He listened carefully to his mother's concerns, feeling sorrowful about her disappointment. "

"The machinist carefully assembled the new engine for the school's science lab. "

"He looked over the menu, and selected the roast beef."

"My sister, typically, wakes up early for school. "

"Spring recess offers a good chance to travel."

"The teacher needed to precisely define the terms in the upcoming exam. "

"The water bottle is cylindrical, making it easy to grip and carry. "

"The mechanic used a counterbore to create a recess in the metal plate, allowing the screw to sit flush with the surface. "

"The carpenter built a new wooden bookshelf for my bedroom. "

"The metal parts of the bicycle were precisely machined in a factory. "