best wishes

[ best wish-iz ]

plural noun

1. (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.

2. an expression of friendly regard:

   Give your father my best wishes next time you see him.

Word History and Origins

Origin of best wishes¹

First recorded in 1590–1600

Example Sentences

"The club continues to extend its best wishes and support to Eddie and his family as he continues his recovery," the statement added.

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It included a private meeting with Pope Francis in the Vatican, where the pontiff, who has been seriously ill, gave them his best wishes for their 20th wedding anniversary.

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The club added: "Everyone at Newcastle United extends their best wishes to Eddie for a speedy recovery, and further updates will follow in due course."

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The visit had included a brief private meeting with Pope Francis in the Vatican, where the pontiff, who has been seriously ill, gave them his best wishes for their 20th wedding anniversary, which they celebrated on Wednesday.

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No 10 also said Trump began the call by sending King Charles III his best wishes, after the monarch experienced temporary side effects during cancer treatment earlier in the week.

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