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Cooke

American  
[kook] / kʊk /

noun

  1. (Alfred) Alistair, 1908–2004, English journalist and broadcaster.

  2. Coke, Sir Edward.

  3. Jay, 1821–1905, U.S. financier.

  4. Terence (James), Cardinal, 1921–83, U.S. Roman Catholic clergyman: archbishop of New York 1968–83.


Cooke British  

noun

  1. Norman , real name Quentin Cooke , also known as Fatboy Slim. born 1963, British disc jockey, pop musician, and record producer; hit records include You've Come a Long Way, Baby (1998) and "Praise You" (2001)

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The trigger was the bankruptcy of Jay Cooke, the man who helped finance the Union’s Civil War victory.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Cooke, who at the time was the chairman of the West Midlands Police Federation, re-posted the article and commented that "many officers lives are also totally destroyed by false and malicious allegations and delays".

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Cooke was informed on 30 March he was being investigated for gross misconduct following complaints made by members of the public.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Since Season 2 of “Summer House,” Batula and Cooke have captivated audiences with their tumultuous relationship.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Dr. Cooke is wearing a scarlet sweater dress, a chunky orange necklace, and brown cowboy boots.

From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez