silent auction

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Recent Examples of silent auction The popular fundraising event features a silent auction of vintage and designer purses and themed gift baskets, and a live auction for exciting items such as an opportunity to tour Jay Leno’s garage as well as trips and other exciting experiences. Sharon Hlapcich, Orange County Register, 20 Feb. 2025 There will be raffle prizes, a silent auction and gear available to purchase. Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2025 The day includes professional team photos, two games of bowling and a silent auction. Meghan Davy Sandvold, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2025 In addition to the meal, there will be a cocktail hour, music, silent auction and paddle raise. Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for silent auction
Recent Examples of Synonyms for silent auction
Noun
  • Graff, a donor to the live auction, also contributed a dazzling pair of diamond earrings, which were swiftly auctioned off for the cause.
    Erin Michelle Newberg, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2025
  • The competitive auction adds to signs the housing market in the city state is rebounding, with British consultancy Knight Frank noting that this is the first time in recent years that a plot of land had drawn this much interest.
    Jonathan Burgos, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Best Wayfair Patio Furniture Deals Wayfair has tons of outdoor furniture on sale during its Spring Cyber Week.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2025
  • In response to liquidity concerns, management is evaluating strategies for reducing expenses and pursuing financing through the issuance of securities, asset sales, and strategic partnerships.
    Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 20 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • First is that long-term holders do better paying the transaction cost just once by buying an ETF.
    William Baldwin, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Such a transaction would also give Schmidt more time to build up if needed.
    Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 21 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • And Bichette's negotiations have not leaked at all.
    Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Build skills around negotiation, empathy, psychological safety, conflict management, and active listening.
    Simone E. Morris, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025

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“Silent auction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silent%20auction. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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