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Old 14-Jan-2005, 12:33
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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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Old 15-Jan-2005, 05:56
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Best regards/wishes

I wouldn't say 'best' alone, but you can say 'All the best'.
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Old 15-Jan-2005, 09:50
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What about the use of the word sincerely? Can it be used formaly or in the academic level?
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