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14-Jan-2005, 11:33

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Ending letters

I notice that some academics end their letters / emails "Best". I was wondering why this is and what it actually means?

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15-Jan-2005, 04:56

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Re: Ending letters

Best regards/wishes

I wouldn't say 'best' alone, but you can say 'All the best'.

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Re: Ending letters

What about the use of the word sincerely? Can it be used formaly or in the academic level?

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