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Here are some expressions to state the purpose of our social business letters

Expressions of condolence:

• I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss.
• Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.

• We share your grief in this time of bereavement with deepest sympathy and condolence
• May my condolence bring you comfort and may my prayers ease the pain of this loss.

Expressions of gratitude/ appreciation:

• I personally wanted to say thank you for ...
• I am sending this letter as thanks for ...

• I appreciate your ...
• I am grateful for ...

• I would like to send my appreciation for ...

Expressions of giving recommendation:

• It is my pleasure to strongly recommend ...
• I am, (name), (position) and writing to recommend...

• I am pleased to offer my personal recommendation of ...
• This letter addresses some of my thoughts and perceptions about ...

Expressions of giving a congratulatory note:
• I would like to offer my congratulations on ...
• Congratulations on achieving ...

• Congratulations on completing ...

• I’m sending this email to recognize your accomplishment of ...
• I’m writing to you to congratulate you on ...

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