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Jospin

British  
/ ʒospɛ̃ /

noun

  1. Lionel ( Robert ) born 1937, French politician; prime minister (1997–2002)

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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A unifying figure on the left, Jospin led a coalition government of Socialists, Greens and Communists in a cohabitation arrangement with centre-right President Jacques Chirac.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

"Lionel Jospin modernised the nation's economic, social and democratic life in an unprecedented manner."

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Former French prime minister Lionel Jospin, a Socialist who introduced the 35-hour work week and civil partnerships for gay couples, has died aged 88, his family said on Monday.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

Married in later life to the philosopher Syvliane Agacinski, who survives him, Jospin was respected as an honest – if somewhat technocratic – left-wing leader.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Born in the Paris suburb of Meudon in 1937, Jospin was the son of a well-known Socialist activist.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

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