the Charleston

noun

: a lively dance that became popular in the 1920s

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Now that linear television is about as hip as dancing the Charleston, it’s sort of faded in relevance, but leave it to Bravo, which sometimes feels like the last cable channel standing, to turn it into a big deal. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 May 2026 Diners at the Charleston establishment expressed disappointment to the outlet over the news. Erin Clements, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026 Taking advantage of its location on the Charleston peninsula, the hotel’s private on-site marina is home to several luxury vessels that are available for guests to experience. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026 Click here to see all the images of the Charleston abode. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the Charleston

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“The Charleston.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Charleston. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

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