silent auction

noun

: an auction in which sealed bids are submitted beforehand

Examples of silent auction in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Numerous local quilt shops bring wares for sale, there's a silent auction and more. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 13 Mar. 2024 Food and drinks served by Tin Roof Tacos, games with prizes, DJ, speakers, silent auction. Michelle Jenkins, Idaho Statesman, 31 Jan. 2024 Attendees can taste from more than 700 wines, judged at FIU Jan. 13-15; sample special dishes to pair with the wines and participate in a silent auction and raffle. Robyn A. Friedman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2024 Held at Project Angel Food’s headquarters in Hollywood, the event served as a fundraiser to assist the organization in its expansion and after the live and silent auctions took place, Project Angel Food CEO Richard Ayoub closed the night revealing the organization had successfully raised $725,000. Breanna Bell, Variety, 25 Sep. 2023 Local critics Tim Gordon and Travis Hopson are the hosts of an evening that includes silent auctions, raffles and prizes. Michael O'Sullivan, Washington Post, 7 Mar. 2024 This will be an evening of music by the Extra Crispy Brass Band, casino games, a silent auction, live artists, king cake, New Orleans appetizer stations, casino tables, beads, masquerade masks and interactive entertainment. Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 29 Jan. 2024 Donate silent auction or raffle items by Nov. 17; buy tickets by Nov. 24. Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Nov. 2023 There will be heavy appetizers and French desserts from La Reve Patisserie, along with mocktails and a silent auction. Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 29 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1866, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 28 Mar. 2024.

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