Sentence examples similar to is slightly formal from inspiring English sources

They tend to be slightly formal, carrying themselves with dignity — or arrogance, some critics say.

Be slightly formal and courteous when asking for help.

A formal or black tie optional event indicates that the suggested attire is slightly less formal than a black tie event.

The Internet world in New York is slightly more formal, he said, and the valley's hoodies and jeans would not fly at New York cocktail parties.

This is slightly more formal than 'do you wanna' but it's another useful way to make an invitation.

Vilamoura's décor is slightly more formal than Blues, with yellow-rubbed walls and dark wooden furniture, but it offers the same stunning sea views.

So next we heard 'Would you like to…?' This is slightly more formal than 'Do you want to…?' but it's another useful way to make an invitation.

The rounded collar — called a "club collar" — is slightly more formal than a button-down but still on the relaxed end of the scale.

Black Hole Apizza, the new work he contributed to The Museum of Pizza is slightly more formal and one of the best pieces for selfies in the room.

If you are traveling to Europe, remember that the standard of dress is slightly more formal than other countries.

The proportion of people aged 15 49 is slightly higher in formal neighborhoods.