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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a second source" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to an additional source of information or evidence, often in research or reporting contexts.
Example: "To strengthen my argument, I will include a second source that supports my claims."
Alternatives: "an additional source" or "a supplementary source".
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A second source also confirmed his identity.
Davie says Newsnight thought it had a second source.
A second source of flexibility comes from enforcement options.
A second source is the national culture itself.
A relevant document can sometimes serve as a second source.
Enriching uranium gives the North a second source to make nuclear bombs.
Publicity from a second source, such as a PR agency, has always been fine".
A second source of misperception is the self-interest of environmental groups.
A second source said the number had featured in an internal presentation shown to the board.
Did they have time to check a second source to confirm the information?
But today's filing identifies a second source indicating that administrators had appealed to law enforcement.
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