as in seller
a person who runs an auction
The auctioneer started the bidding at $100.
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Recent Examples of auctioneer
The former Christie’s auctioneer, author, podcaster and motivational speaker is normally unflappable on the podium.
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Scarlett Harris, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Since then, an auctioneer has sold five luxury vehicles that the Frost family handed over, netting almost $139,000.
—CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
The following year, the auctioneers sold a bronze participants medal from the 1920 Antwerp Olympics for £640 ($875).
—Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
Urged by a fast-talking auctioneer and his familiar cadence, paddles shot up as bids climbed into the four- and five-figure range.
—Lily Moayeri, Rolling Stone, 29 Jan. 2026
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Scarlett Harris, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Since then, an auctioneer has sold five luxury vehicles that the Frost family handed over, netting almost $139,000.
—CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
The following year, the auctioneers sold a bronze participants medal from the 1920 Antwerp Olympics for £640 ($875).
—Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
Urged by a fast-talking auctioneer and his familiar cadence, paddles shot up as bids climbed into the four- and five-figure range.
—Lily Moayeri, Rolling Stone, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for auctioneer
Noun
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The brand’s archive section is packed with best-sellers, including comfy pants, trendy jackets, and designer-quality handbags.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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His latest best seller, The Meaning of Your Life, aims to help anyone who finds that, even while enjoying successes by many measures, their existence feels empty.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Attendees can take advantage of free health screenings, interactive vendors, children’s entertainment, medical equipment demonstrations, giveaways, raffles, free haircuts and guest speakers in a family-friendly environment.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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The lawsuit cites four products a furniture vendor agreed to stop providing to an undisclosed competitor because of its low prices.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Now in its 10th year in the Golden State, TinyFest brings together dozens of homebuilders and merchants who showcase the concept, their many shapes and forms, all in one place.—
Amancai Biraben,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2026
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The San Jose pot merchant’s experience isn’t unique.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Elsewhere, traders will be monitoring Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh’s confirmation hearing on Tuesday.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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Cue fat windfalls for the traders.—
Wailin Wong,
NPR,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The dealer argued in court that the arbitrator was biased.—
Steve Maugeri,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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My parents are part-time dealers of antiques.—
Eric Ducker,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Auctioneer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/auctioneer. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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