Marcos

American

[mahr-kohs] / ˈmɑr koʊs /

noun

Ferdinand E(dralin) 1917–1989, Philippine political leader: president 1965–86.

Marcos British

/ ˈmɑːkɒs /

noun

Ferdinand ( Edralin ). 1917–89, Filipino statesman; president of the Philippines from 1965; deposed and exiled in 1986
his wife, Imelda ( Remedios Visitacion Trinidad Romualdez ). born 1929, Filipino politician; governor of Manila (1976–86); notorious for her profligacy as first lady

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Scotland defender Andy Robertson has already signed from Liverpool, with Argentinian centre-half Marcos Senesi agreeing a move from Bournemouth.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos suspended school classes in affected areas of Mindanao while calling on residents in coastal areas to evacuate immediately.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said in a statement that agencies were coordinating their disaster response.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

In California, San Marcos has blocked YouTube for elementary students.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

A few days later, Harry went to dinner at the Spittys’ home on the San Marcos Road.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly

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