silent auction

noun

|Updated on: 17 Aug 2018

Definition of silent auction

: an auction in which sealed bids are submitted beforehand

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Recent Examples of silent auction from the Web

The Philadelphia Flyers Celebrity Golf Invitational isn’t organized or run by the team, but the Flyers provide players, coaches and alumni for 18 holes plus brunch, a silent auction and a reception.

— katie mcinerney, Philly.com, "Hockey fundraiser held at Trump golf course in New Jersey will move after 2018," 25 June 2018
Guests enjoyed lavish breakfast spread provided by Howard's Market, beverages courtesy of Republic National Distributing Company, player gift packs, an awards luncheon, raffles and a silent auction.

— david perez, Sun-Sentinel.com, "RNDC Golf Classic supports victims of cerebral palsy | Video," 18 June 2018
The event, a major fundraiser for Poway OnStage, will include food, beer and wine tasting, entertainment and a live and silent auction.

— emily sorensen, Pomerado News, "Taste of Our Towne is June 16," 8 June 2018
Magdalene and Markella Greek Orthodox Church, features Greek food, beer, wine and spirits, live Greek folk dancing, and a silent auction.

— allana haynes, baltimoresun.com, "Summer festivals, fairs and other events in Harford County and around the state," 24 May 2018
The evening includes beer from Black Hog Brewing Company, wine pairings, live music, and a silent auction.

— leeanne griffin, courant.com, "Connecticut's 2018 Farm-To-Table Dinners From June To September," 21 May 2018
The evening will include small bites from the center’s restaurants, a wine garden, a silent auction and live music.

— Houston Chronicle, "Katy Master Calendar," 7 May 2018
The event will feature live music and a silent auction.

— kellie hwang, azcentral, "10 best food and drink festivals in May around Phoenix," 3 May 2018
The Butterfly Ball, hosted by comedian/actor Maz Jobrani, was attended by actresses like Nazanin Mandi and Liz Hernandez, and featured a night of food, music and a silent auction.

— ashley lyle, Billboard, "Snoop Dogg DJs For City of Hope & Warrior of Light Foundation's 2nd Annual 'Butterfly Ball'," 29 Apr. 2018

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