Auction-goers lined up before dawn, hoping to bid on the vintage motorcycles.

She learned to play auction bridge from her grandfather, who preferred the older game to modern contract bridge.

An experienced auction-goer carefully inspected each antique before raising a paddle to bid.

We spent the afternoon playing an auction pitch that kept everyone on edge with high, unpredictable bids.

They decided to auction off the antique violin to raise funds for the school.

Investors often prefer Dutch auctions for allocating shares quickly during volatile market conditions.

At the charity gala, she won a handmade quilt in a silent auction after submitting the highest secret bid on a slip of paper.

The rare painting was sold for a record price at the auction house last night.

Many auction houses now offer online previews and virtual bidding options.

We decided to sell the antique vase through an e-auction to reach bidders across the country.