black tie

Example Sentences

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On New Year’s Eve, during my family’s stay, the hotel was teeming with visitors in black tie.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

Appearing by video link, the boy, who was wearing a white shirt and black tie, only spoke to confirm his name and to enter his plea.

From BBC • Oct. 3, 2023

The trip will also include a black tie state dinner at the Palace of Versailles and a stop in Bordeaux, home to a large British community.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 6, 2023

There were also no shortages of monochromatic outfits, old Hollywood glam and black tie dress.

From Salon • May 2, 2023

He’s wearing gray pants, a crisp white shirt, and a black tie and carrying a slim attache case.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline