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silent auction
noun[ C ]
uk /ˌsaɪ.lənt ˈɔːk.ʃən/ us /ˌsaɪ.lənt ˈɑːk.ʃən/
an auction(= public sale), especially one to raise money for charity, in which offers of money are written down and put in envelopes, with the person offering the most money getting the goods: 无声拍卖
The evening will include a dinner, entertainment, and a silent auction.
Could you donate an item for a silent auction?您能否为无声拍卖捐献一件物品？
There will also be a silent auction of film memorabilia.
We need to start collecting silent auction items now.
I can't afford a £150 ticket to a charity ball or gala with a silent auction.
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