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Examples of flea market in a Sentence
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When some of the chickens on her property died, Pattie Harbinson rushed to the flea market to buy more.
—Jeff A. Chamer, Charlotte Observer, 26 Apr. 2024
Art Patron, which includes 57 modern pieces, features everything from contemporary wall art to neutral, moody paintings, all inspired by original works from museums and flea markets worldwide.
—Hannah Chubb, Peoplemag, 1 Mar. 2024
Try to find vintage walnut pieces at resale shops and flea markets, but don’t be surprised to discover that classic walnut furniture has become very pricy.
—Vicki Payne, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
Blossom Block Fest: Flea D.C. at Sycamore and Oak
Congress Heights’ Sycamore and Oak is the home of the Blossom Block Festival, where a flea market highlights Black creatives alongside family activities and live music.
—Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024
Like her own inspired apartment, filled with antique glass bottles and terracotta amphorae sourced from flea markets, these ooze style.
—Mary Winston Nicklin, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2024
Spend your Sunday souvenir shopping at one of the world’s largest flea markets, Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2024
The mismatched white linens and glasses were flea market finds.
—Alice Cavanagh, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2024
The city of Takoma Park, Md., is less than a mile away, with shops and eateries, two farmers markets, a flea market, and parks and trails.
—Amy Worden, Washington Post, 6 Mar. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
translation of French Marché aux puces, a market in Paris
First Known Use
1891, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near flea market
Cite this Entry
“Flea market.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flea%20market. Accessed 4 May. 2024.
Kids Definition
flea market
noun
: a usually outdoor market for secondhand articles and antiques
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