Cheltenham
Americannoun
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a city in northern Gloucestershire, in western England: a spa town and resort, host to many national and international festivals.
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a town in southeastern Pennsylvania, near Philadelphia.
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Printing. a style of type.
noun
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a town in W England, in central Gloucestershire: famous for its schools, racecourse, and saline springs (discovered in 1716). Pop: 98 875 (2001)
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a style of type
Example Sentences
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The Cheltenham Youth Detention Center in Maryland has been in operation in some form for more than 155 years.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
While we were researching this history, a former staff member at Cheltenham who had worked at the facility for more than 40 years told us about a burial ground on the property.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
According to the League Against Cruel Sports charity, the deaths bring the total at Cheltenham Festival to 82 horses since 2000.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
On Friday, his horse Jukebox Man will attempt to add the Cheltenham showpiece to his King George win in December.
From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026
Mum'd be home from Cheltenham soon but I wasn't in any hurry.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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