leave somebody (with) something

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kadioguy

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a. She left me with the impression that she was unhappy with her job.

b. I'm afraid you leave me no choice.

https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/leave_1?q=leave
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I am wondering why (a) includes "with" while (b) doesn't.

What do you think?

How about these:

c.
She left me the impression that she was unhappy with her job.

d.
I'm afraid you leave me with no choice.
 

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C and D don't work.
 

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I am wondering why (a) includes "with" while (b) doesn't.
Those are two different usages of the verb "leave". Each one has its own structure.
This is very common in English.

I agree with GoesStation that "C" is no good, but I think "D" can work with or without "with".
 

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I agree with GoesStation that "C" is no good, but I think "D" can work with or without "with".
I've taken a second look and I agree with you. D is okay.
 
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