white tie
Example Sentences
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It was taken ahead of the annual "white tie and tiaras" reception for diplomats held at the palace.
From BBC • Dec. 5, 2023
Presiding over the courtroom in the traditional black robe and white tie, he immediately threw out the case, citing a youth court statute that encourages rehabilitation rather than punishment.
From New York Times • Apr. 22, 2023
Gowns are floor length here, too, but can be more casual than white tie in materials and structure.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 26, 2022
The ceremony starts at 1500 GMT and features glamorous formal wear, with the men in white tie and tails and women in flowing gowns and elegant hairdos.
From Reuters • Dec. 10, 2022
August comes out from behind the green curtain, wearing white tie.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
