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tuxedo

[tuhk-see-doh] / tʌkˈsi doʊ /
NOUN
black tie
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


NOUN
dinner jacket
Synonyms




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Among the pieces available were a vintage chest, tables, and chair, antique mirrors, hand-knotted rugs, a striped fabric tuxedo sofa, upholstered wing back chairs, “lots of fun lamps and chandeliers,” and several leather chairs.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

People published photos from their outdoor California ceremony, in which Steinfeld wore a white strapless gown, mesh gloves and her veil and Allen wore a traditional tuxedo.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

A. On the spectrum from tuxedo to sweats, I’ll be closer to the latter because I’m covering the Oscars ceremony remotely.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Anthony Vaccarello's collection featured various versions of the classic tuxedo suit, silicone-coated lingerie dresses and faux fur coats.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

And he had to look at all the pictures—Jeff in a tuxedo at his freshman prom, Jeff being sworn in as president of his sophomore class, Jeff shaking hands with somebody important.

From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte




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