yard sale

noun

Synonyms of yard salenext
: garage sale

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there are signs up all over town advertising yard sales
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Here's what designers would never buy at a yard sale—no matter how tempting the deal. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 17 June 2026 According to antiques experts, these are the items to keep an eye out for at yard sales and thrift stores in 2026. — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 5 July 2026 Then came golf outings, yard sales and taking part in Alex's Million Mile every September. — Siafa Lewis, CBS News, 17 June 2026 Rummage sales, yard sales, and craft markets up and down the New England region are readying themselves for the high season and displaying their wares. — Caroline Reilly, Forbes.com, 6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for yard sale

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First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of yard sale was in 1972

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“Yard sale.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yard%20sale. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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