garage sale

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Brass angel candlesticks scored for $2 apiece at a Palo Alto garage sale flank a silver-plated punch bowl.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

Families and couples of a certain age might even haul out grandma’s treasured china and give it a good dusting — that is, if you didn’t offload it at a garage sale or eBay.

From Salon • Nov. 1, 2025

While emptying closets and the garage during a spring cleaning or when prepping for a summer garage sale, you’ve probably encountered items that you’re unsure about.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 18, 2023

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 18, 2023

His father had bought it at a garage sale, and the remote control was missing, so he had to lean over to change the channel.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai