“Best wishes”: how to say it politely

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1. 01

   Thanks for sorting that out, Emily. Hope the rest of your week goes smoothly!

   Coworker · Chat

   Fits right after a quick favor, since it thanks them and adds a relaxed good wish in one go.

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2. 02

   Thank you for the update. Wishing you a smooth launch on Thursday.

   Boss · Email

   Tying the wish to a real event like the launch makes it sound sincere without getting too familiar.

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3. 03

   Thanks again for your time today. I hope the rest of the week goes well for you and the team.

   Client · Email

   A follow-up after a call is a natural spot for this, warm in tone but still professional.

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4. 04

   Great work this week. Enjoy your weekend, you've earned the rest.

   Someone you manage · Chat

   Praising the week's effort before wishing a good weekend says something a generic sign-off never could.

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5. 05

   Thank you for considering me. I hope the search goes well, and I'd be glad to stay in touch.

   Recruiter / HR · Email

   Handy when you are leaving a hiring process and want the recruiter to remember you kindly.

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6. 06

   Thanks for your patience with this. We hope the new setup works well for you.

   Customer · Email

   Ending a support reply with a wish about their experience feels more genuine than a formal phrase.

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7. 07

   Good luck with the presentation today, you'll do great. Text me after if you want to talk it through.

   Coworker · SMS

   A short personal wish suits a friendly colleague facing a specific moment better than a formal one.

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Examples

What to avoid

• On routine task emails, “best wishes” can sound distant or like a farewell, so save it for the rare moment that fits.
• Stacking several sign-offs, such as “Best wishes and warm regards”, makes the close feel heavy and muddled.
• A wish you don't mean falls flat, so tie it to something real like a trip, a launch or the weekend.
• Something very casual like “Cheers!” can feel too familiar with a senior person you barely know.

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