Raffle off Meaning in English
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Definition
To sell or give away something by holding a raffle, where people buy tickets for a chance to win the item.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and often used for fundraising or charity events. Common collocations: 'raffle off a prize', 'raffle off tickets'. Unlike 'auction', the winner is chosen by chance, not highest bid. 'Raffle off' is always used with the item being given away.
Example Sentences
They will raffle off a new bicycle at the fair.
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The school decided to raffle off some books to raise money.
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We will raffle off the tickets at the end of the night.
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To raise funds for the shelter, they're going to raffle off a signed football.
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Last year, we raffled off a dinner for two at a fancy restaurant.
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We should raffle off that old guitar—someone might really want it!
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