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Old 11-Apr-2005, 10:41
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Default Speak to or speak with ?

Which is correct? "speak to" or "speak with" in a sentence like - "I want to speak _ him?"
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Default Re: Speak to or speak with ?

You'll hear both being used. In this sentence, I'd use 'to', especially if on the phone or in an office, etc.
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