black tie

Example Sentences

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That the 43-year-old was attending the black tie event with stars and Washington elites in December is a sign of how drastically Milton’s fortunes had changed in 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

The name, the ubiquitous police sketch — close-cropped hair, black suit, black tie, black sunglasses — have become legend.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 18, 2023

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

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

From Salon • May 2, 2023

He stood on tiptoes behind me and craned to see over my shoulder as he slipped the black tie around my neck and tied it for me.

From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely