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Lionel

American  
[lahy-uh-nl] / ˈlaɪ ə nl /

noun

  1. a male given name, form of Leon.


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France on Thursday bid farewell to former prime minister Lionel Jospin, with President Emmanuel Macron leading a national tribute to the influential left‑wing statesman credited with major welfare reforms.

From Barron's

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

From Barron's

Could Salah follow in the footsteps of Lionel Messi and head to the United States?

From BBC

It's Sunday 18 December 2022 and Lionel Messi is lifting the World Cup trophy on TV while a delighted Natalie McNally watches on.

From BBC

Former French Socialist Prime Minister Lionel Jospin has died at the age of 88.

From BBC