The phrases "meet someone" and "meet with someone" are often used interchangeably, but they can have slightly different implications:

• Meet someone:

  • This can refer to encountering a person for the first time or coming together to talk.
  • It's used in both formal and informal contexts.
  • Examples: "He met his wife at work." or "Pleased to meet you."

• Meet with someone:

  This usually implies a more formal or planned meeting.
  It's often used when referring to business or professional discussions.
  Examples: "He's coming to Chicago to meet with investors next month." or "Can you meet with us later today?"