silent auction

noun

: an auction in which sealed bids are submitted beforehand

Examples of silent auction in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The evening included a silent auction, which raised $40,000 for the theater. Emiliana Betancourt, Variety, 28 Oct. 2024 There will also be a silent auction from 1-3pm, featuring items from local breweries. Laura Barrero, Axios, 19 Oct. 2024 In addition to gaming, the evening will include complimentary wine and beer, heavy hors d'oeuvres and a silent auction. Deb Harvell, arkansasonline.com, 23 Sep. 2024 Explore three floors of indoor and outdoor exhibits, concessions, bake sale and silent auction. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 6 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for silent auction 

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Word History

First Known Use

1866, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of silent auction was in 1866

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“Silent auction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/silent%20auction. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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