One presents an item to a person.
- The gold medal for the women’s 500-metre speed skating event was presented to Catriona Le May Doan.
One presents a person with something.
- Catriona Le May Doan was presented with the gold medal for winning the 500-metre race.
Present to also means to introduce one person to another, usually of a higher rank.
- After being presented to an ambassador, address him or her as “Sir” or “Madam.”
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