silent auction

noun

Synonyms of silent auctionnext
: an auction in which sealed bids are submitted beforehand

Examples of silent auction in a Sentence

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There will also be a silent auction of a custom guitar and other Gibson memorabilia. Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026 The luncheon, silent auction and games were coordinated with the North San Diego Soroptimists club in May 2025, said Shanie Laflamme, public awareness chair for Soroptimist of Poway. Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026 Many can even bid on live and silent auctions like a VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey autographed All-Star ball, and a Jack Hughes signed Olympic Jersey, to name a few. Kerri Corrado, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026 There will also be a silent auction filled with exciting items for bidding. Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 19 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for silent auction

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 6 Apr. 2026.

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