: an auction in which sealed bids are submitted beforehand
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Afterward, a dinner is held, and a silent auction serves as a fundraiser.—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 16 June 2026 There will also be a silent auction and opportunities to take photos with the mascots from San Diego Strikeforce and the San Diego Clippers.—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026 The fundraiser for the Compass Community Center, which serves Palm Beach County, will include dancing, live entertainment, immersive speakeasy-style performances, a silent auction, VIP Awards, cocktail reception, light bites and more.—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2026 The event features a silent auction, a three-course dinner and live entertainment.—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for silent auction