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The phrase "about this lad" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a specific young man or boy in a discussion or narrative context.
Example: "I have some interesting stories to share about this lad who grew up in my neighborhood."
Alternatives: "regarding this boy" or "concerning this young man."
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"There was an aura about this lad I could not take to," he told the court.
"He's known about this lad for a long time," added Roy. "I'm disappointed, the way the government has gone about it".
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"A lot of media are writing about this and the parents of this lad are going about complaining".
I can't put into words the relief when this lad of about 20 behind me who spoke a little English decided to come to my aid.
"We were playing York in pre-season and I got talking to some fella who asked, 'What about this Prutton lad?' I had to tell him it was me in case he started slagging me off.
He agreed to ride into the town, to search out his older boy, to inquire about the lad's uprooted life.
Plunged back on stage - "Sorry about that, lad, where was I? Ah, yes - Booth and my Othello", and on went the scene.
There is a real quality about the lad and he can be a key player going forward.
"I know a lot about the lad and have had some very positive reports on him," said Smith.
"The fact that reaction the other evening didn't put him off coming here says something about the lad.
"We've asked about the lad Ibanez at West Brom, who I'm only mentioning because it was in the newspaper this morning.
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