Ever get to the end of a letter and ask yourself, “How do I end this?” Here are some ideas on how to close:
Best closing for a business letter: Sincerely, Sincerely yours, Very sincerely,
Also appropriate for business and slightly less personal: Yours truly, or Very truly yours,
(Yours, by itself, is something you yell out to your partner in doubles tennis.)
Acceptable, but a little on the chilly side: Cordially or Cordially yours,
To someone you know well, but not enough to kill the fatted calf over: Regards, Warm regards, Kindest regards, Best wishes, All the best, As always, As ever,
For a family member or close friend: Love, With much love, Fondly, Affectionately, Affectionately yours,
Addressing clergy or members of high political office: Respectfully, or Respectfully yours, Faithfully, Faithfully yours,
Thanking someone: Gratefully, Gratefully yours,