1
: a short necktie tied in a bowknot
2
: something (such as pasta) resembling a bow tie in shape
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The ever-stunning Lupita Nyong’o (who is an ambassador for Chanel) took the the opportunity to put the house’s famed tailoring in the spotlight, with a custom aquamarine lurex wool pantsuit with a satin collar and a matching bow tie, hat, and a shimmering crystal brooch —also to match.
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Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 8 May 2025
Jackson, who had attended the gala previously, wore a three-piece Gucci morning suit of gray pants, a navy jacket and vest and a white shirt, and finished the look off with a white bow tie.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 6 May 2025
Or use lentils in an entirely different pasta recipe altogether, like with bow tie noodles, roasted veggies, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
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—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 11 Apr. 2025
Reynolds wore a classic black suit with a bow tie during the rare outing with his wife.
—Janelle Ash , Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2025
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Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 8 May 2025
Jackson, who had attended the gala previously, wore a three-piece Gucci morning suit of gray pants, a navy jacket and vest and a white shirt, and finished the look off with a white bow tie.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 6 May 2025
Or use lentils in an entirely different pasta recipe altogether, like with bow tie noodles, roasted veggies, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
9.
—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 11 Apr. 2025
Reynolds wore a classic black suit with a bow tie during the rare outing with his wife.
—Janelle Ash , Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for bow tie
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“Bow tie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bow%20tie. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
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