referred me to you vs referred by

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Referred me to you' is used when someone directs another person to you, while 'referred by' is used when indicating who directed someone to you.

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referred me to you

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when someone directs another person to you. It indicates that the person was recommended or directed to seek your help or services.

Examples:

My friend referred me to you for legal advice.
The doctor referred me to you for further tests.

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referred me to you
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The librarian referred me to several books on foreclosure, paying particular attention to summary judgments.
She referred me to a guy who specializes in psychotic disorders.

referred by

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

'Referred by' is used to indicate who directed someone to you. It is often used in introductions or when explaining how someone came to know about you.

Examples:

I was referred by Sarah.
He was referred by his colleague.

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You can self-refer or be referred by:
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I was referred by a friend.
One of them was referred by you.
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He was referred by Mr. Clinton in New York.
Perhaps you could say it was referred by the hospital.
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In the instance referred by the Honourable Member, it did so fully and extensively.
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