What does the cryptic crossword clue "Who in Paris is in ruins? De Sade, perhaps (7)" mean?

The definition is "De Sade, perhaps". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). QUI (synonym="QUI") in MARS (synonym="ruins.") = MARQUIS; definition: "De Sade, perhaps" The answer is MARQUIS.

Who in Paris is in ruins? De Sade, perhaps (7)

Times Cryptic #28725 | 10 Across | 2023-10-04 flower

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