yard sale

noun

Synonyms of yard salenext

Examples of yard sale in a Sentence

there are signs up all over town advertising yard sales
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That old chair from a yard sale? Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026 The duo — who are best friends both on and off the screen — purchased Rowdy already stuffed at a yard sale. Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026 Where to Buy Depression Glass Depression glass is easy to find at thrift stores, yard sales, estate sales, and antique markets, says Hughes, so starting a collection is relatively stress-free—and provides an excellent introduction into the world of collecting glassware (or anything else). Alexandra Churchill, Martha Stewart, 17 Apr. 2026 Zion Hope regularly put on yard sales and barbecues after Sunday services, with the Griffins grilling hamburgers and hot dogs. Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for yard sale

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First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of yard sale was in 1972

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“Yard sale.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yard%20sale. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.

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