1
: a short necktie tied in a bowknot
2
: something (such as pasta) resembling a bow tie in shape
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In photos of the nuptials shared on social media, Usher could be seen standing toward the end of the groomsmen line in a sleek black suit with a black bow tie and dress shoes, matching Thicke, 48, who wore the same classic attire.
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Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 31 May 2025
The action figure features Paul Reubens’ famed character in his trademark gray glen plaid suit, white shoes and shirt and red bow tie, along with a Pterri the pterodactyl accessory.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
Biles wore a bow tie with her bangs swooped to the side.
—Janelle Ash , Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2025
Expect live music, bow ties and gowns, and plenty of champagne.
—Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 2 May 2025
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Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 31 May 2025
The action figure features Paul Reubens’ famed character in his trademark gray glen plaid suit, white shoes and shirt and red bow tie, along with a Pterri the pterodactyl accessory.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
Biles wore a bow tie with her bangs swooped to the side.
—Janelle Ash , Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2025
Expect live music, bow ties and gowns, and plenty of champagne.
—Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 2 May 2025
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“Bow tie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bow%20tie. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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