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Boys saving energy for Guides! (5)

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leads

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'guides' is the definition.
('lead' can be a synonym of 'guide')

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(Other definitions for leads that I've seen before include "Guides from the front" , "stars" , "Takes initiative" , "Directs" , "Clues" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sunday Times and The Times.
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