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The phrase "a boy asked" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in narratives or dialogues to indicate that a boy is posing a question or making an inquiry.
Example: "As they walked through the park, a boy asked, 'Can we play on the swings?'"
Alternatives: "a boy inquired" or "a boy questioned".
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"You sure the Cherubs said they want to call it off?" a boy asked.
"So you have to use yourself like a microphone?" a boy asked.
"Would you call it off if they do?" "They want to call it off?" a boy asked.
"How are we going to have each other forever?" a boy asked.
He talks about the time he visited one institution and a boy asked him for help.
"I have one more question," a boy asked, as the session drew to a close.
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To that, the other child, a boy, asks somewhat incredulously, "Cars can go the speed limit?" The father replies: "Yes.
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