the Charleston

noun

: a lively dance that became popular in the 1920s

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The brand has a store on King Street, the area’s most popular retail stretch, and has previously hosted events during the Charleston Open, a 500-level tennis tournament held every April. Jessica Schiffer, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026 According to Tanguay, past events have included talks by historians, poetry readings, a women’s health roundtable, and a Gatsby-esque bash complete with lessons on dancing the Charleston. Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026 Police are asking that anyone with information about Owen’s whereabouts contact the Charleston Police Department at 843-720-2422. Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025 Coastal Catch executive chef and culinary director Derick Wade served it alongside his strawberry and watermelon mignonette at the Charleston Wine + Food Festival to give guests the option of both sweet and savory sauces for their freshly shucked oysters. Derick Wade, Saveur, 15 Oct. 2025 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 15 Jan. 2026.

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