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"I had to meet with" vs "I had to met with"

The correct phrase is 'I had to meet with.' The verb 'meet' should be in the base form 'meet' after 'had to.' 'Met' is the past tense form of 'meet' and is not appropriate in this context.

Last Updated: March 15, 2024

I had to meet with

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express a past obligation or necessity to have a meeting with someone.

Examples:

  • I had to meet with my boss to discuss the project.
  • She had to meet with the client to finalize the deal.
  • They had to meet with the team to plan the event.

I had to met with

This phrase is incorrect. 'Met' is the past tense form of 'meet' and should not be used after 'had to.'


Alternatives:

  • I had to meet with
  • I needed to meet with
  • I was required to meet with
  • I had a meeting with
  • I had to see

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