best wishes
Americanplural noun
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(used to express hope for another person’s happiness, success, health, etc., usually in writing).
Best wishes on your 60th birthday.
Happy holidays, and best wishes for the new year.
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an expression of friendly regard.
Give your father my best wishes next time you see him.
Etymology
Origin of best wishes
First recorded in 1590–1600
Example Sentences
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We send our best wishes to Chris, his wife Jill, and their daughters Ella, Evie, and Grace, each of whom will forever be part of our Orioles family.”
From Washington Post
“We are happy for the little fighter and her family, and proud of the care provided by our team. Our best wishes to Little Yu Xuan as she continues to grow, thrive and beat the odds every day,” National University Hospital wrote on Facebook on Saturday.
From Washington Post
To my amazement, I received a handwritten note back from the president not five days later that said: “It may well be that the U.S. Congress, the Olympic Committee, 50 other nations and I were wrong. My heart went out to you and the other athletes. Best wishes, Jimmy Carter.”
From New York Times
Buddy: Congratulations, and best wishes for a long and happy marriage!
From Washington Post
"I am very pleased with the announcement of the safe and healthy delivery of my new granddaughter, and I wish her and her mother all my love and best wishes," said the 76-year-old in a statement obtained by U.K.’s DailyMail.
From Fox News
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