garage sale

Example Sentences

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“They’re painting the whole sector with the same brush, and I think that’s been the opportunity to buy some of the winners at garage sale prices,” Ives says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Having a garage sale isn’t going to stave off economic doom.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2025

Alas, Mom unloaded my mint-condition Barbie treasures, and Patty’s, at a garage sale.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 18, 2023

Mr. Nuanes had been at Mr. Logue’s home for a garage sale when the sinkhole was spotted.

From New York Times • Jun. 27, 2023

I picture officers in navy jackets throwing my makeup collection into a trash bag or selling my clothes at a garage sale.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller