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black tie

NOUN
semiformal evening dress
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One thousand attendees in black tie are expected.

From Salon Jul. 2, 2026

“We’re not going to let anybody take over our society,” he told reporters who had rushed to the news conference still dressed in gowns and black tie.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 26, 2026

Hundreds of guests in black tie in the ballroom took cover under tables and later made their way into the hotel lobby and then outdoors as the event was postponed.

From Barron's Apr. 26, 2026

Paddington seemed to miss the black tie memo.

From BBC Feb. 22, 2026

He wore a white shirt and a black tie, like always.

From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green




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