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Clerc

American  
[kler] / klɛr /

noun

  1. Laurent 1785–1869, French educator of the Deaf, in the United States after 1816.


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“The longer the strait stays closed, the more the replenishing of oil inventories in Asia becomes a challenge,” said Maersk Chief Executive Vincent Clerc.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

The extra costs work out at around $200 for a standard 20ft shipping container, which mean "anything from a 15% to a 20% increase on some of the freight cost", Clerc said.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

"We have delivered a strong third quarter across our business," chief executive Vincent Clerc said.

From Barron's • Nov. 6, 2025

Moller-Maersk CEO Vincent Clerc said the company will continue to streamline its organization and operations.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 3, 2023

Be thankful that Le Clerc and his crew have spared your home, and your--your sister.

From For the Cause by Weyman, Stanley J.