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Fouquet

American  
[foo-ke] / fuˈkɛ /
Or Foucquet

noun

  1. Jean or Jehan c1420–c80, French painter.

  2. Nicolas Marquis de Belle-Isle, 1615–80, French statesman.


Fouquet British  
/ fukɛ /

noun

  1. Jean (ʒɑ̃). ?1420–?80, French painter and miniaturist

  2. Also: FoucquetNicolas (nikɔlɑ), Marquis de Belle-Isle . 1615–80, French statesman; superintendent of finance (1653–61) under Louis XIV. He was imprisoned for embezzlement, having been denounced by Colbert

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"We are committed to establishing long-term partnerships in the region," said ASML's chief executive officer Christophe Fouquet in a statement.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

"We expect 2026 to be another growth year for ASML's business," said Fouquet.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

The wall was discovered after local geologist Yves Fouquet studied undersea depth charts drawn up using the latest radar technology.

From BBC • Dec. 11, 2025

Fouquet said he expects sales in China to decline significantly next year compared to 2024 and 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 15, 2025

After the Fronde he engaged in financial affairs, thanks to Fouquet.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 3 "Gordon, Lord George" to "Grasses" by Various

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