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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a lead for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a potential opportunity, clue, or source of information that may help in a particular context, such as sales, investigations, or research.
Example: "The detective received a lead for a new suspect in the case."
Alternatives: "a tip for" or "a clue for".
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Hughes pitched with a lead for five of his innings.
Mom: I have a lead for you, honey.
That was the first time we've been sitting on a lead for a while.
"It's ludicrous that a lead for aluminum siding is only worth 6 cents.
"You can't just get a lead for yourself and slow down.
The Yankees got a lead for Wells after Lilly was replaced in the sixth.
He was unable to hold a lead for Leiter, who allowed three runs in six innings.
Wagner's final four free throws gave the Panthers a lead for the first time all game.
The Knicks nurtured a lead for most of the first quarter.
This is not the first poll to show a lead for Mr. Obama in Pennsylvania.
By then Woods had built too big a lead for anyone.
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